Costa Cálida Chronicle's Monthly Magazine March 2017

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Costa Clida Chronicle

Date: March 2017
Issue: 4
Volume: XVII
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Costa Clida Chronicle - March 2017
DEAR READERS Once again March is proving to be WELCOME BACK

a very busy month! There are lots Airpark Murcia
of excuses to get out and about this
month with the end of Carnival in
Branded
Crystal Design THANK YOU
many places, St Patricks Day on Flamenca Cars
17th, Spanish Fathers Day on 19th
and Mothering Sunday on 26th.
La Pasteleria
Oceans Rattan Furniture
TO OUR
Our Whats On pages are packed Prime Property Murcia
with places to visit, events and
special meals at many of the superb We had the privilege of being invited
CONTRIBUTORS
selection of bars and restaurants to a wine tasting day by Antonio
in the area and the Mothering Agar and Antonio from Keops Alan Monk TV News
Sunday Feature on pages 66-68 Restaurante in La Hoya, Lorca and
may help you to decide what to buy we in turn invited representatives Clive & Rosie Palmer Exploring
for your special Mum this year. from some of the local social groups. Murcia
What a fantastic day it turned out
Wed like to welcome Mel Lay from to be and what a spread the two
Dave Bass Formula I Report
Cambridge 800 to our editorial Antonios put on! If you are looking
George Mitchell Never a Dull
team. She will be writing a Health for somewhere to take a group,
Moment
column each month. family or visitors, check out the
advert on page 14 and book up! You
Liz Edmiston Life in Spain &
Many advertisers are back after a will not be disappointed.
Property Matters
short break after the New Year and
we have so many new customers for Back to reality check out the Jane Cronin Learning Spanish
you to visit: Spring Cleaning feature this month
on pages 38-40 to find some tips Ken Whettall Housing Update
WELCOME and companies to help you with
Barkin Barnets Abroad those jobs you hate to do. Mel Lay - Health
Costa Clida Nordico
Daily Markets Happy cleaning and celebrating this Think Spain Spanish News
Keops Restaurante month from all of us at the
La Lonja Home & Kitchen The Salon Beauty Tips
Phoenix Designs Costa Clida Chronicle.
Pool Doctor
Secondary Electricity Meters

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Beauty Tips 16
Monthly Health 59
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South Murcia Section 2833 Advertisers Directory 100101
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Sports Section 9097 Almansa: A strange Affair 24
Spring Cleaning 3840 British Embassy, Madrid 54
Whats On 8388 Business News 6
Aditorial Classifieds 98 Camposol Office - 968 970 680
Bombay Indian, Calasparra 49 Contact Us 4
Corral & Alcaraz 10 Contributors 2 Sales & Marketing - 619 199 407
Costa Calida Nordico 12 Dear Editor 78
Dragontours 75 Dear Readers 2 Patti Benn - Editor - 646 005 017
Ken Sherwood 20 Flower of the month 22 Jo Wrench - Graphic Design
Keops 14 IFEPA - Expomed Salud 70
La Lonja Home & Kitchen 18 International Womens Day 14
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La Pasteleria 18 Life in Spain 76 Martine Shindler - Office Manager
LG Dentist & Indent Dentist 74 My First Time - part 2 6061
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Palsolicitors 7 Leisure
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Forget Me Not 44 Spanish News 69 Camposol Commercial Centre B3,
Help People and Yorkshire Linen 8 Property Camposol,
JJs Puppy Rescue 44 Housing Update 99 Mazarrn,
Lions Club of Mazarrn Baha 62 Property Matters 8 Murcia 30875
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Please keep your news to about 50 words and send us an email by 15th of the month,
to costacalidachronicle@gmail.com with Business News in the subject box.
Take advantage of all the special offers

Liz Edmiston from OwnersAway at Leroy Merlins in Cartagena until 10th Branded on Camposol B Commercial
Rentals is pleased to announce the April. Brighten up your home with some Sector are pleased to announce that
opening of her new business, Murcia of their special lines in your kitchen, they are extending their homeware
Solutions. Liz will now be offering dining room, sitting room or bedroom. range.
translating services, registration of See what is on offer at www.
holiday homes, NIEs, denuncias and leroymerlin.es Along with their great range of bedding,
support dealing with the authorities and towels, curtains, toppers etc. they now
utility companies. Tel 968 149 800 have available - Dinner Sets, Pots and
Pans, Cutlery, Utensils and more.
Contact Liz on Liz@murciasolutions.
com for more information. Visit them and take a look at their
fantastic selection of homewares.
Tel Jo on 607 050 309
Flamenca Cars have just opened a new
office in San Javier. They offer car hire
from Murcia and Alicante Airports. The
price they quote is the price you pay!
No Hidden Extras! Give Flamenca
Cars a call for the best quote in the
area. Make sure that you have the right
La Vuelta at El Alamillo have signed car for your break in the sun.
up for Martes de la Hosteleria with
Mazarrn Tourist Board, in which bars Tel 00 34 661 086 403 Are you flying back to the UK for Easter
and restaurants in the area have a from San Javier? Leave your car with
special offer on Tuesdays. La Vuelta is Airpark Murcia and know that it will
offering a second drink free with a Menu be looked after well on hard standing.
del Dia at 11.50 on Tuesdays. They
are also giving a small gift to fathers Once you have used Airpark Murcias
on Spanish Fathers Day on Sunday 19th Meet & Greet service you will no longer
March as well as mothers on Mothering The Beauty Palace on Camposol B want to leave your car anywhere else.
Sunday on 26th March. welcome their new therapist Georgina Ask about their special annual rates
to their team. Georgina is a Level 3 if you go back to the UK on a regular
Call 717 711 217 for more information Qualified Beauty Therapist Specialising basis.
in Massage & Facials and brings Bamboo
Massage & Hot Stone Massage to their Tel 618 806 989
already wide range of treatments.
Call 968 971 828 for more information

on any of the above treatments.
NEW to The Fuschia Beauty Clinic,

Camposol from Vivienne ONeill - KB
Pro Microblading Brows. This is a
manual eyebrow tattooing technique Have you checked your insurance
that creates the finest hair strokes to recently to see what you are really
mimic the look of natural brows, giving covered for? Ask Nash Warren to
Once you have finished your Spring
you a truly bespoke set of eyebrows. advise you on all aspects of insurance
Cleaning, you might decide it is the
You will never need to pencil your brows whether it is for your house, car, health
time to replace your sofa. DFS in San
again! or travel. They will explain exactly what
Javier have some fantastic offers of up
you are covered for and will give you a
to 50% off, but you will have to be quick
View our Facebook Page Vivienne free no obligation quote.
as the offers are only available until 13th
ONeill Microblading Artist & LVL March. Either call into the shop or look
Lashes or this months advert on page All policies are in English so that you can
at their website at dfs.co.uk/spain
54 for more information. see exactly what you are covered for.
Tel 968 334 194
Tel 630 439 480 Tel 968 156 583

Professional and Legal Solutions

S.L. or better known as Palsolicitors is
a well-established Solicitors in Puerto de
Mazarrn and La Manga. Opening their
doors originally in 2002 in the La Manga
office and 2004 in the Puerto de Mazarrn
office, they provide an excellent legal
service for advice on all matters concerning
buying and selling property in Spain.
Palsolicitors have a multilingual office

and their staff cover many languages
which include German, Spanish, Dutch,
Scandinavian, French, Spanish and of
course English in their office in Puerto de
Mazarrn. Covering so many languages
means that they have increased their staff
in recent years to manage their ever-
increasing client base.
In August 2015 Palsolicitors moved

to new brighter and bigger premises in
Puerto de Mazarrn in order to continue
giving expert legal advice to their existing
clients and new clients alike. They can help
you make a Spanish Will, submit Resident
or Non-Resident Property Taxes, arrange
Rental Contracts or Contracts for buying
and selling property. They can also arrange
Power of Attorneys and NIE Certificates,
deal with Inheritance and many more
matters.
Many of Palsolicitors clients have been

with the company since they first opened
their doors and they pride ourselves on
their continued service to these clients and
to new clients.
One of the many questions repeated by

foreigners moving to Spain or buying a
home in Spain is the following:
Is it advisable to have a lawyer with
confidence to settle my legal matters in

Spain?
The answer is a resounding Yes.
Why? you may ask.
The Spanish legal system is very different
from the English system. The legal security
of the Spanish system is based upon the
public faith granted by Notaries and the
guarantee of registration of property. It is
not enough to sign a private document of
purchase, but it is necessary to verify if the
house has debts and to ensure such debts
are cleared and new owner details are
correctly registered on the Land Registry.
By not using a trustworthy solicitor this
can result in you not owning a property or
having many debts to repay that were not
yours to begin with.
If you need any help in these matters or

any other legal matters in Spain do not
hesitate to contact Palsolicitor at one of
their offices.
La Manga 968 175 552

info-lamanga@palsolicitor.com
Puerto de Mazarrn 968 595 826

info-mazarron@palsolicitor.com

We Want Your Quilt Set Please! whatever money they could find. appliances and many other household items
to a number of families in the area that we
During the month of March, Help People Joy said that we would help him in any way cover.
and Yorkshire Linen invite you to help we could and so HP was started, not as a We have had a number of very generous
homeless and poor families in the local area. charity as such, but more as a mission, to donations of food and money from 2 concerts
Spring is here and its a great time to update try to help those people in Father Carlos by the Harlequins Rock Choir and we hope
and refresh your home with new designs Parishes that we could. In the little over that this may continue.
and colours. If you are thinking of replacing two years that we have been helping Father
your quilt set, you can take your pre-loved Carlos, we have seen a change in the families All donations are distributed to the poor
quilt set to Yorkshire Linen in Puerto de that we see; in that from despair we see families that we see and nothing is taken by
Mazarrn and save 20% on a new one! hope and brightness. We see smiles and us in the way of expenses (except for the
happy faces when we visit and we know that first concert where advertising costs were
All quilt sets will be donated to Help we have made a difference to the lives of at taken).
People. least some of the families in the area that
have no income. We thank everyone who has helped us in the
HP was started in December 2014 following last two years and who have promised help
a chance remark from Father Carlos Prats, With help from organisations such as the in the future.
Parish Priest of 4 Parishes in the Mazarrn Lions and Leos and businesses such John and Joy
area. He said what he saw every day in as Costa Clida Radio, many shops and
his Parishes was heart breaking. When Joy businesses around Camposol and Puerto This offer is only at Yorkshire Linen, Puerto
asked what he meant, he told us about de Mazarrn (especially Yorkshire Linen) de Mazarron.
the poor families and people that had little we have been able to supply, not only food, Please bring clean quilt sets!
or no income and were barely surviving on but bedding, clothing, heating and cooking Thank you.
Slow Progress With Turismo Edmiston trading as OwnersAway in my bulk application and each owner will
We are starting to make limited progress Rentals. The Agency (i.e. me!) will have to register their own property. Here are
unravelling the new procedures for the have a unique code to be displayed the options!
Instituto de Turismo, but at times we are on all our rental properties. * If you speak good Spanish, register
being given conflicting information so please yourself direct with Turismo. You can
bear with me as we clarify everything. * The code implies that I, or my staff, download the forms in Spanish from
are deemed responsible for the the relevant websites.
Having previously been told that I could condition and facilities at the villa on
register properties for people whose the owners behalf. * Use your Asesor to register your
properties I do not currently market or home in your name and they will
This means that I can only put my code complete the application for you.
manage, i.e. owner direct rentals, via my on properties that we look after, as in the
own Agency bulk application, I have since event of any complaints, or a dispute, then * Sign up with a registered agency,
been given the following updated information. obviously the guest is my client as they have so that you come under their code.
booked their holiday via OwnersAway. However, this means that the agency
* For an Agency like OwnersAway, will doubtless want to take over all
individual properties do NOT go onto If you want to register your property, I can related duties such as key holding
the register. What will appear on help facilitate this through my Asesor, but the and cleaning to make sure that the
the register is a rental agency, Liz cost will now be higher, as I cant include you standards are met as laid down by
Turismo. If the Agency is to be held
responsible for the property, then
they will want to make sure that
the standards are being consistently
met to meet both the rules and the
guests satisfaction.
If you DO decide to register yourself, then you
need to be aware of all the responsibilities
and implications that arise from offering
your property as a Holiday Let or Vivienda
Vacacional.
As there is so much new info coming to light,

Ill sign off for now and next month will tell
you more about what you are expected to do
if you register and the minimum requirements
that Turismo are looking for.
We have been told that Turismo have until 15th

March to respond to our initial submission, so
its going to be a long process!!
Liz Edmiston
OwnersAway Property Rentals &
Management
Tel 691 977 107
info@ownersaway.com
www.ownersaway.com


Are You Repaying A Mortgage And How Much Could I Have Been Paying STEP TWO
Was It Signed With A Floor Clause In Excess? We will claim back from the bank the
Included? 200 and 300 per month as a consequence money owed on an out-of-court action.
We Can Help You To Claim Back All of this abusive clause being applied on a
Money Paid In Excess From The Day mortgage. An answer must be received from the bank
Your Mortgage Was Signed. Mortgages of 150,000: between 179 in approximately 60 days after the claim.
The European Union Court of Justice stated and 213 per month (up to 2,566 per They will then offer a payment amount and
that banks must return the money repaid year) we will pass this on to you. You can accept
in excess as a consequence of having a Mortgages of 200,000: between 239 the amount offered by the bank or not and
floor clause from the first day the mortgage and 285 per month (up to 3,421 per decide to undertake a Court Action.
was arranged and not only from 9th May year)
2013 as the Spanish Supreme Court said Mortgages of 250,000: between 299 You will need to contact us immediately
in March 2016. and 356 per month (up to 4,276 per if the bank makes any approach to you
The Supreme Court agreed that these year) trying to offer you a deal. We will give you
clauses can be considered abusive and impartial advice on whether you should
banks must refund the clients with all the What Corral & Alcaraz Can Do For You? accept their deal or pursue a better one
money paid in excess since the mortgage We will get the floor clause affecting through the courts. Take care; the bank
started. your mortgage cancelled, and get could make you an attractive proposition
The Spanish Government has just approved back all the money you have paid in but not award you the total amount owed.
a Royal Decree dated on 20th January 2017 excess as a consequence of having this
to force the banks to refund their clients clause affecting your mortgage. STEP THREE
with all the money paid. We will handle your claim on an out-of- You receive your money back.
court negotiation and will take Court action
What Is The Floor Clause In A if necessary. Once your claim is successful our fee
Mortgage? How Do I Instruct Corral & Alcaraz To is 20% of the final amount received as
A floor clause forces you to pay a minimum Proceed With The Claim? compensation from the bank.
interest rate on your mortgage and
does not allow the borrower from benefiting Just contact Corral & Alcaraz and we will Corral & Alcaraz is specialised in banking
from a reduction of the mortgage rate do the rest: claims with a wealth of experience gained
which is dictated by the variable interest STEP ONE with many other satisfied clients. There
rate benchmark (Euribor in Spain). As a We will calculate the total amount the bank are no costs for you if we dont win.
consequence a floor clause increased the owes you and start the claim completely There are no risks for you and you have
total cost of your mortgage, which means free of charge. nothing to lose and a lot to win.
you may have been paying a far higher You will need to provide us with two
interest rate since early 2009, costing documents: Costs Paid To The Bank When Setting
you thousands of Euros extra per 1. Copy of the title deeds for your Up A Mortgage
year in mortgage payments. mortgage. A recent Court Sentence ordered a bank
to pay back to a client all the costs related
How Do I Know My Mortgage Has A 2. A mortgage bank statement from to the signing of the mortgage deed, by
Floor Clause? the beginning of your mortgage. declaring the bank liable to pay those
It is very simple. You will have a floor The only cost you will have to pay is costs.
clause if the rate you are actually paying Notary Fees for the Special Power of
has not changed over the last few years. Attorney you will need to let us be your Costs that could be claimed are Notary and
However, please ask us to check this for Land Registry fees paid for the title deeds
legal representatives (100 approx.) and

you, free of charge. fees to the Court Clerk if we finally need to of your mortgage, Property Valuation,
undertake a Court Action (350 approx.) Stamp Duty Tax and Management Fee. This
amount could be easily estimated on Notary
and Land Registry fees (of the mortgage),
Stamp Duty Tax and Management Fee. We
could estimate this amount up to 4k on
a 200k mortgage. The final amount that
can be claimed will need to be refunded
with interest on the top.
At Corral & Alcaraz, we are currently

analysing the implications of these new
Court Sentences and the chances we have
to help our clients to claim compensation.
Please do not hesitate to contact us

immediately if you currently have a
mortgage or had one in the past.
Celso Rodriguez-Corral
Member Nr.71399 of the Bar
Association of Madrid
Barrister & Partner at Corral & Alcaraz
Law Firm
Lawyers, Barristers & Accountants


Murcia Attracts Norwegian investors Who is He? and local partners, Per Magnus Falnes
The managing partner and solicitor Per Per Magnus strongly believes the time is now to act
Magnus Falnes from renowned law firm Falnes has for property investors. His long-time friend
Stiegler in Norway, is now to open an previous and established real estate agent Tom
office in Puerto de Mazarrn for property experience Birkeland, with many years of experience
development in the Murcia region. The aim as a selling properties to Swedish and
is to channel funds from investors to create corporate Norwegian clients, will be a joint venture
value in private residences and commercial lawyer for partner.
property. the Swedish
insurance The new office will be open by appointment
Why Now? company only, so please contact Per or Tom if you
The current market, especially in selected Skandia and would like any further information and
coastal areas of Spain, offers demanding Norwegian make an appointment.
investors an excellent opportunity to find bank DnB. Tel 622 851 716
good value for money opportunities. At He is
the same time there is currently a very specializing
strong demand among the Scandinavian in corporate law and tax litigation and
countries to invest in Spanish real estate received his law degree at Bergen
as the domestic economies are fuelled with University in 1988. He has been the
a booming housing market and with stable partner of Stiegler law firm since 2011.
local currencies and record low interest
rates. The Team
Together with a network of investors
Roman Catholic Church Time, and The New York Times Magazine. and side were
We are in St Josephs Church (El Saladillo), dripping blood.
near Camposol and Mazarrn Country Club The Event of Receiving the Stigmata The sight
urbanisations (exit 17, RM 3 motorway). Having the stigmata means having on ones frightened
Happy New Year! body the marks resembling wounds on the meThen the
crucified body of Christ. There have only vision of the
Schedule of Masses: been about sixty accepted instances of the visitor passed
Every Saturday: Mass is at 4.30pm (in stigmata in the Catholic Churchs history. away, and
English) Padre Pio was the first priest in the I saw that
Every Sunday: Mass according to the history of the Catholic Church to receive my hands,
extraordinary form (in Latin) is at 4.30pm the visible stigmata. He had the visible feet and side
stigmata for over fifty years and his loss were pierced
Schedule of Confessions: of blood over the years was so great that, and dripping
Saturday from 3.15-4.20pm (also on according to medical science, he could not blood. You will
request) have survived for very long certainly not imagine the
fifty years. Padre Pio actually received pain I felt then
The Life of Saint Padre Pio the stigmata invisibly on August 14, 1910. and that I kept experiencing almost every
Padre Pio was a Franciscan Capuchin day continually.
priest who bore the five wounds of Jesus Padre Pio prayed that his stigmata would (to be continued)
Christ on his body visibly for more than fifty remain invisible and hidden from the eyes
years. Padre Pio was also a seer, mind- of men, but on September 20, 1918, while
reader, prophet, miracle-worker, confessor, making his thanksgiving after a Mass,
mystic, ascetic and missionary on a world- he received the visible stigmata. He was
wide scale. Hundreds of books and articles commanded by his spiritual director to
have been written about Padre Pio. describe everything that happened on that
Lengthy articles about him have appeared day. Padre Pio described the event: I
in many magazines including Newsweek, saw a mysterious visitor before me feet


Keops Restaurante, in line with the prepared to order. The main course will be of wine, cheese, ham and perhaps one
mysterious and fascinating tradition of the in the traditional Murcian style whether of the above engraved gifts. This can be
famous Egyptian Pyramid, keeps the secrets youre a lover of Shellfish or Chicken Paella, tailor made with your personal choices and
of the Gastronomic Mediterranean Cuisine. Roast Lamb or Fried Fish or a Typical delivered directly to you.
Dish such as Carrillada Estofado (selected
The Keops Restaurante & Vinoteca Pork Cheek in a Lorquina Sauce), there is
is located just outside Lorca, a 30 minute something to please all. The chicken used is
drive from Camposol in La Hoya and is an free range, having been fed at a farmhouse.
ideal location to visit any time to experience A bottle of wine between 2, water and coffee
the fantastic cuisine, possibly incorporating is included and there are various menus
it with a trip to Lorca market on a Thursday available between 12 and 16.
or a visit to the castle making a full and
interesting day out whether with a group of Wine Tasting accompanied by cheese and
friends or when family visit. ham is available every day except Monday
when the restaurant is closed and of course
the products are available to purchase Whether you are a couple or with friends,
(including Lactose free cheese) from the you will receive a warm welcome at Keops
Vinoteca. A single tasting of Bacchuss wine Restaurante & Vinoteca. We can cater
(Ros, White or Red) with cheese, ham, for up to 30-35 people in our private Salon
olives and artichokes is just 10 per couple. during the cooler months or 100 in our brand
In addition, you will find sherry and brandy new outside marquees, complete with bar,
glasses, decanters and wine barrels for during the warmer Summer months.
sale. These can be personally engraved and
make excellent presents for those special Do something different; live a little;
people in your life. go the extra mile to enjoy your life in
From the minute you step in to the Spain and come and visit us for that
adventure, your taste buds will come alive Why not really go to town and enjoy the typical Spanish dining experience,
start with a glass of sherry accompanied wine tasting, followed by one of the special whilst indulging in delicious sherries
by a selection of cheese and ham, followed Keop gastronomic meals, then browse and wines.
with a first course of local vegetables, all in the Vinoteca to buy a special hamper
8th March Sustainable Development Goals, placing Policies must count for the overwhelming
International Womens Day recognises gender equality and empowerment of all majority of women in the informal
womens achievements over the years women and girls at the heart of the 2030 economy, promote womens access to
and highlights the continued struggle Agenda for Sustainable Development. innovative technologies and practices,
for equal rights for women. The theme Achievement of the goals, including decent work and climate-resilient jobs and
for International Womens Day on ending poverty, promoting inclusive and protect women from violence in the work
8th March focuses on Women in the sustainable economic growth, reducing place.
Changing World of Work: Planet 50- inequalities within and between countries
50 by 2030. and achieving gender equality and

empowerment of all women and girls relies
The world of work is changing, with on unlocking the full potential of women in
significant implications for women. the world of work.
There is globalization, technological and
digital revolution, but also the growing Measures that are key to ensuring womens
informality of labour, unstable livelihoods economic empowerment in the changing
and incomes, new fiscal and trade policies world of work include:
and environmental impact. All of these * Bridging the gender pay gap, which
issues must be addressed in the context of stands at 24% globally. Recognizing On International Womens Day, UN
womens economic empowerment. womens unpaid care and domestic Women calls upon all actors to Step
work and addressing the gender deficit It Up for Gender Equality towards a
In 2015, world leaders adopted the in care work. Planet 50-50 by 2030.
* Addressing See more at http://www.unwomen.
the gender gaps org/en/news/in-focus/international-
in leadership, womens-day#sthash.Qqd8XdK0.dpuf
entrepreneurship
and access to social Will you #BeBoldForChange on
protection. International Womens Day 2017 and
* E n s u r i n g beyond by taking ground-breaking action
gender-responsive that truly drives the greatest change for
economic policies for women? Through purposeful collaboration,
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using Siennasol X Spray Tan Solution.
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electricity meter fitted to your property can be as little as 6 weeks in peak season. hairdryers, ipads, laptops and mobiles and
which uses a pre-paid credit system. This you will see the electricity consumption soar!
means that a property owner can totally The Problem Your electricity meter will be spinning like
control the electricity usage of all, or some, The summer scenario is that you rent out a top and at the end of the 2 month period
electrical appliances within a property. The your property to summer holidaymakers. you can end up with a huge electricity bill
cost of electricity in Spain has increased They turn up, open all the windows, turn on which barely covers the rent. Sound familiar?
dramatically again in recent weeks and the air conditioning and then head for the
The Solution
Install a Secondary Electricity Meter in
your property. This pre-paid card system will
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the electricity circuits were installed.
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friends or family who regularly use the
property. This can be embarrassing to say the
least!
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In the bible in the book of Philippians Many people suffer with arthritis, cancer, a Sector B on Camposol. You can be assured
chapter 3 verse 21 it says He will change deformed body, are crippled, or maybe an of a good welcome.
our simple bodies and make them like His addicted body or an ever-expanding body.
own glorious body. Our bodies are weak and they do begin to We serve communion each week and we
decay from the day we are born. are registered with the Free Methodist
I am speaking this month about our bodies Church and have charity status.
being changed when we leave this earth Let us look at the bright side. Jesus said
and enter into eternity paradise or eternal He would change our bodies into bodies Any information needed please contact
hell. Of course we will only enter into with no pain or suffering. If you would like Pastor Ralph and Margaret Locke on 968
eternity paradise if we believe in the Lord to understand more about this process, 199 622 or mobile 618 720 181
and ask Him into our hearts and are born why not join us. We meet every Sunday
again. morning at 10.30am at the Cultural Centre,
La Lonja Home & Kitchen has been in in Lorca (Murcia). They are very proud of styles of furniture and kitchens which
existence since 1942 having been founded their customer service and it is the golden covers all the options in the market.
by Don Antonio Garca Tudela. rule around which their whole operation
revolves. They believe that personalized
treatment is the best way to guarantee it
and they offer a customized after-sales
service. They give you the manufacturers
warranty as well as their own.
You can also view all items on line at www.

Over the years La Lonja Home & lonjahome.com and see what an amazing
Kitchen have been distributors of the choice La Lonja Home & Kitchen has on
most recognized national and international offer.
brands in their field. La Lonja Home &
Kitchen, as we know it today is promoted Once you have made your choices, La
by entrepreneurs of Lorca, Don Jos Garca La Lonja Home & Kitchen create Lonja Home & Kitchen can keep your
Ayala and Doa Ana Mara Daz Lpez who solutions for all types of spaces essential furniture as long as you need at no
have undertaken this project with the in the home and these are made by the additional cost and you will not have to pay
accumulation of more than 40 years of most qualified professionals in the sector. for the furniture until delivery. Payment can
experience in the world of furniture. Their They can supply a variety of styles shown be made over 24 months without interest.
hard work and commitment can be seen in in more than 10,000 square metres of
the emblematic building of La Via and the exhibition space. The public are welcome Tel: 968 443 332
shop in Parque Comercial Almenara, both to visit the store to see the diversity of
Visit La Pasteleria in Puerto de Mazarrn offers. Look at their website

near the Piramid Center. Helma is the www.la-pasteleria.es and Facebook.
owner of this lovely little caf where they
have freshly baked pastries and bread La Pasteleria is a drop-off point for MABS
every day. Call in for a coffee or tea with a Mazarrn and on 1st April they will be
very tempting cake on their pretty terrace. having a special sort out with a fair to raise
much-needed funds for MABS Mazarrn.
La Pasteleria make cakes to celebrate See our poster on the left for full details.
that special occasion. They make them
customized, so visit the shop and tell them We hope to meet you soon in our shop,
what you want and they will make it. La Pasteleria.
There are Dutch groceries in the shop If you want some more information about
which can also be ordered; chocolates, any of their products and possibilities, or
biscuits and savouries for every occasion if you have other questions, please give
with assortments for each season. them a ring or whats app message on 629
079 523
In March, La Pasteleria will celebrate
their 5th anniversary with some special


Gary Short and Sue Pipe, of Shortys Sue, the hostest with the mostest and spiced chicken and fillet steaks. Non-meat
Diner & Restaurant on Camposol B delicious food cooked to order from Gary. eaters are also catered for with veggie
Commercial Centre welcomed residents The service from all the staff is outstanding burgers, salmon and fish and chips. Of
and holidaymakers to their official opening and as explained by Sue Our aim isnt course no authentic Diner would be
on 27th January which by all accounts was to be successful due to one thing; the complete without a Knickerbocker Glory on
an extremely successful evening. People atmosphere, food and service are all the menu!
were literally queuing to get in! The free equally important and based on feedback
buffet was very well received and consisted just from the last couple of weeks they Shortys Diner & Restaurants Sunday
of typical Gary Style food and in keeping seem to be ticking all the boxes. lunches are already regularly booked up in
with the Diner Theme, while Carl from advance where a whole chicken, joint of
Costa Clida Radio Station kept everyone pork, roast leg of lamb or gammon joint
entertained with his wide range of music for 2 people comes beautifully presented
and Sue and her staff kept everyone in a huge dish accompanied by all the
entertained with their happy smiley faces trimmings.
Both Garys style of cooking and Sues If you are feeling under the weather, dont
passion of music and fashion from fancy driving, or simply want to feel like a
America, led them to a joint vision of celebrity then a delivery service is available
bringing something unique to Camposol - on Friday and Sundays to Camposol,
something that wasnt in competition with Mazarrn Country Club and Condado
the bars and restaurants already here. The premises at Shortys Diner & de Alhama and of course all meals are
Their aim is pure and simple not to take Restaurant have been extensively available for takeaway at any time during
business away from others, but to provide renovated and now resemble a typical their opening hours.
something in addition that will encourage American Diner, the only thing missing
residents and visitors from other places to being the American accents! Music nights are also on the menu and
visit Camposol, ultimately bringing extra are going to feature prominently so why
customers to all businesses The menu is varied and you will find a not pop in and say hello and find out more
huge selection of breakfasts, sandwiches, about our future plans and events
You will find a warm welcome from salads, hotdogs, ribs, gourmet burgers, Tel: 968 153 355
Things are changing at Ken Sherwood New This free

Mechanics. A new mechanic joined Pick-up and deliver service available service must be
them in February. Fresh from the UK, from Camposol, Condado de Alhama and reserved at the
Alan Sheppard has worked in the motor Hacienda del Alamo. time of booking
trade since leaving school. He has a wide in your vehicle.
range of mechanical skills including engine Book your service etc. and reserve one of
repairs, diagnostics and is also an MOT our courtesy cars (subject to availability). We can take
tester. He will bring these services to Ken No charge except for the fuel used. To your car for
Sherwoods garage. complement our courtesy cars we are ITV tests and
now offering a pick-up and deliver service. provide a pre-
check service
before it goes.
Do you have a
British car?
Do you need to change the plates?
Ken Sherwoods can provide a plate-
changing service at a competitive price.
We can remove DPF and EGR valves for a
better engine performance.
If it is possible
to repair a
part we will.
Replacement
is a last resort.
We can repair
starter motors,
alternators,
injectors and
more.
If in doubt-ask!
Ken Sherwood
679 646 859


Wisteria Sinensis through your pergola, you need to leave a Wisteria likes deep clay soil. In calcareous
The Wisteria Sinensis is a very strong single trunk, so that it does not tangle up soils it suffers from lack of iron, so it is
and beautiful climber that originated in later. It is ideal for any fence or pergola, to necessary to help it by giving it liquid
China and Japan. make a cover and shade. iron. It must be pruned severely in winter,
removing stems and pacifiers and in
It can reach up to 15 metres and summer every 15 days prune the long
can last about a hundred years. stems so that it has strength to continue
When you plant a Wisteria which has not to flourish. Wisteria plants will dry out
been grafted, it may take several years to quickly, especially in a light or sandy soil,
bloom. The grafted ones bloom from the so keep plants well watered, particularly
start. Grafted plants can be detected by when newly planted and during dry
the visible bulge of the graft union near the periods.
base of the stem. The Wisteria may have
in addition to its normal flowering in late There are Wisteria with lilac, white or
spring, another small flowering in autumn. pink flowers which are all beautiful.
If you want the Wisteria to grow with Paco and Esther at Jardinera El Milagro
several trunks it should be left as it comes will advise you which are the best plants
from the nursery. If you want to guide it for your garden.
How can it be March?! Nearly a quarter signal at home is Movistar!). I have paid supply or maintain. All the others require
of the year gone where? Is time flying the bill every month on the dot and then you to be a computer geek to operate,
faster for the younger generation or is it they cut my service no warning and to but once you have mastered the box, you
just us oldies that see it wizz by. Oh well it date no reason! That phone provides 85% will have to start on a full lesson pack as
will soon be Christmas!! of our work that in turn, in a small way, the procedures will all have changed!
keeps Movistar afloat and pays for the Rainbows is as easy as running your SKY
Things are all very well at the Rainbow tax the Spanish government request each or FREESAT box - select BBC1 and watch
Satellites household. Regular readers will quarter! it no 10 minute searches for todays TV
be aware we have a big garden and several stream and then finding out how to get in
animals roaming; dogs, cat, terrapins No phone - no work. NO bills paid, but that stream!
and fish - no not lions and tigers! All are did Movistar see it that way? NO! Rant
doing well except the oldest resident, over! We are back on phone line and just Call Rainbow to watch what you want and
our cat Rocio who has not been so well; another bureaucracy issue sorted. when you want. Our systems are designed
keeps falling to the right side, but then round the technophobe business owner
she is coming up to 18 (and maybe more). As I have said before, internet TV is the Alan, but there are employees who do
The vet said just keep her comfortable! way of the future for TV viewing. We so have all the answers!
Any suggestions on keeping an active often get asked What should I buy?
cat who rules the dogs lives, chases any Android, Kodi, Firestick, NOW TV or ???? If you are new to this beautiful part of
neighbours cats away and tries to eat We at Rainbow have a definitive answer Southern Spain and you need any advice
our pond goldfish, comfortable? Written none of them! on any aspects of TV viewing then just
answers welcome! contact us on rainbowsats@gmail.co
Like all things in life there are always Tel (0034) 686 358 475
TV News alternatives, but do you want to switch www.rainbowsats.org has some good
Firstly an apology to anyone who tried the TV on and select the channel you want basic information.
to call us during the period end January/ and watch your desired programme from
beginning of February, but the wise old start through the middle and then end?
company Movistar cut our phone service So often the last minute is all you really
for nearly 3 weeks! I have had the same want to watch the crucial segment of
number for the 20 years I have lived in any programme! The only way is proper
Spain and always with Movistar. (Fools IPTV from a dedicated TV server the only
some will say, but then the only mobile system we at Rainbow Satellites will


Almansa is a small town in Albacete were behind Philip of Anjou and the Bourbon the French and Spanish was strange, the
Province, with a population of around the cause. The war saw fighting in Germany, Duke of Galway was actually opposed by a
25,000 mark. It is usually described as Italy, Spain and the Netherlands and many Bourbon army led by an Englishman, Lord
being quite picturesque, built around an will have heard of the Battle of Blenheim Berwick! James Fitzjames, the Duke of
imposing 14th Century castle, although its in southern Germany in August 1704, Berwick, was the illegitimate son of King
history goes back far beyond this. The when the allied army (British, Austrians, James II (who was deposed by William III
town is not too far distant from our own Hungarians, Hanoverians, Prussians, Danes in 1688) by Arabella Churchill, the sister of
Murcia Province some 60 kilometres or so and Hessians) under the command of John John Churchill, the Duke of Marlborough
to the north of Jumilla and even less (just Churchill (Duke of Marlborough) and Prince the victor of Blenheim. Berwick had been
over 30 kilometres) north of Yecla. What Eugene of Savoy, won a brilliant victory brought up and educated in France and was
is the wider interest of this small town to against the French and Bavarians. created a Marshall of France by King Louis
those of us in Murcia and especially from XIV in early 1706. Here we had the English
Britain (though other countries such as the Murcia also saw action. Thus, in June (and others) under a French commander,
Netherlands, France and Portugal as well!)? 1706, an English fleet under the renowned fighting the French (and others) under an
Believe it or not, it relates to the major Admiral John Leake, sailed into Cartagena Englishman who was the nephew of the
event in the history of the town which with the assistance of the Count of Santa most famous English soldier of the era.
is commemorated every two years with Cruz, fortifying the main square and
festivities the Battle of Almansa, which occupying it with 1,200 men including The news that
took place on 25 April 1707. The battle was reinforcements from the pro-Hapsburg the Duke of
an extremely important one, with major Valencia. The occupation lasted until Orleans was
ramifications for Spain and Europe more November when a Bourbon force under on his way
generally and it had some very singular the Duke of Berwick (more about him in with Bourbon
aspects to it! a moment!) bombarded Cartagenas weak reinforcements
walls, easily taking the city. Murcia City of 8,000
itself was threatened by another force of soldiers caused
Hapsburg troops, but was saved by the Galway and de
actions of one Don Luis de Belluga, who, as las Minas to
Bishop of Cartagena, had taken charge of seek an early
military operations and flooded the huerta confrontation
around Murcia City to impede enemy troop with Berwick
movements, triumphing in the Battle del at that time
Huerto de las Bombas. at Almansa.
Some of the
Bourbon troops
had previously
rendezvoused
at Jumilla Castle and our friend Cardenal
Belluga was also present at the ensuing
battle. The battle commenced with an
The Battle of Almansa took place during artillery exchange before Galway ordered
the War of Spanish Succession which an attack on the Bourbon centre. At this
lasted from 1701 to 1714, but what was point, Berwick sent his cavalry against
this War of Spanish Succession? the weakened Anglo-Portuguese lines and
the Portuguese cavalry was swept away.
First, it was not just a war involving Spain Although there was stout resistance from
it was a European war and one which many the Portuguese infantry, rout followed and,
regard as Europes first great modern war. by nightfall, it is said that the allies had lost
It all began when King Carlos (Charles) II 5,000 killed and 12,000 taken prisoner with
of Spain died in 1700 without a direct heir, Against all this activity, however, the only 5,000 escaping to Tortosa.
but declaring the Bourbon, Philip, Duke of decisive battle in the whole Spanish
Anjou, the grandson of King Louis XIV of campaign, was that of Almansa early the With the main allied army destroyed,
France as his heir. This set off the inevitable following year. An Anglo-Portuguese force the future Philip V of Spain had an
alarm bells especially in Britain, the Low (which also had Dutch, German and French unstoppable initiative and his forces soon
Countries and the Austro-Hungarian Protestant elements), which had even retook Valencia, suppressing that regions
Empire, all of whom saw a union of the occupied Madrid for a time, found itself at autonomy. Peace came to the region of
Spanish and French crowns as a threat to Almansa confronting the Bourbon army Murcia which, with Don Luis de Belluga at
them. As the Austro-Hungarian Emperor, comprising French and Spanish troops plus the head of the Bourbon cause, profited
Leopold I, had married a daughter of the an Irish regiment! Both armies comprised greatly subsequently for being on the
former Spanish King, Felipe (Philip) IV (as something over 20,000 men. What, right side. The wider War of Spanish
had Louis XIV), his own son, the Archduke however, was unique about this battle was Succession did not end until 1713, when
Charles, was declared as the rightful heir to the leadership of the armies. The British the Treaty of Utrecht saw Philip V confirmed
the Spanish throne in opposition to Philip army was led by the Duke of Galway as King of Spain, but at the cost of losing
of Anjou. Hence, the War of Spanish (together with the aged General de las most of Spains European territories
Succession was very much a European Minas on the Portuguese side), who was, including Gibraltar and Menorca which were
dynastic war with Britain at odds with their in fact a Frenchman! He was no other than ceded to Britain.
traditional enemy, France. one Henri de Massue, a one-armed French
nobleman, soldier and diplomat, who Part taken from Exploring Murcia
Of course, it was not quite as simple as came to England after the expulsion of the Murcia City, by Clive and Rosie Palmer.
that. In Spain itself the conflict was even Protestant Huguenots from France, entering Clive and Rosie have written several guide
something of a civil war. Support for the the service of King William III. For some books on towns and regions in Murcia which
Hapsburg claimant, Archduke Charles, time, he was the Kings Commander-in- are available, from www.lulu.com, or
came from Catalonia and Valencia, while Chief in Ireland, but if a Frenchman leading contact clive.palmer5@btinternet.com
much of the rest of Spain, including Murcia, the English and Hapsburg troops against


A Strong Message From Retiring his own very Toni. We very much appreciate what you
Chairman Royal British Legion District interesting and have done for us.
North comprehensive
Mr Nigel Hails who stepped down as speech to Sr Perez
Chairman of District North (the governing Conference; responded
body of The Royal British Legion in Spain) D i s t r i c t with a speech
at the Annual Conference, gave a speech Committee in praise of the
with a message to all of us who work with m e m b e r s Royal British
the Royal British Legion in Spain. This who between Legions
was the second year the Conference was them cover standing;
held at Ciudad Patricia, Benidorm. Mr Hails all aspects of an excerpt
has been a tireless and strong Chairman to running the follows:
whom we are all grateful. He hands over Legion in Spain:
to Mr Don Cubbon. The speech from Mr also District The Royal
Hails covered all the important aspects of P r e s i d e n t B r i t i s h
the Royal British Legions work and the Lloyd Milen Legion is
work of the Branches and he had a strong who is Consul an example
message for all of us: Service not Self. General in that the only
Barcelona, Sara possible way
Munsterhjelm forward is that
Alicante Vice of fraternity among peoples and friendship.
Consul and District Chaplain, The Reverend We encourage you to continue working in
Ray Andrews. defense of those values that unite us and
define us as civilized societies: the value
Mr Hails of freedom, the value of equality and the
said he was value of personal growth. I congratulate
honoured you also for the celebration of this meeting.
by the I wish you a happy stay among us and
attendance I encourage you to continue working to
of Sr Toni preserve your traditions and deepen the
Perez Perez, brotherhood of the peoples. Thank you
the Alcalde of very much and welcome to Benidorm.
Benidorm.
The conference concluded, after an outline
Toni and his of the plan for the next three years and
colleagues all aspects of the Royal British Legions
are great work with special emphasis on Community
supporters Support and the announcing of the Poppy
The Chairman also thanked and introduced of our work Appeal total of monies raised within
Mr Terry Whittles, the National Chairman in Spain and the District in 2016. The amount was a
of the Royal British Legion attending for the past tremendous 165,245.86. Thanks were
Conference from UK, who later gave two years given to all those who had contributed to
this superb total.
his administration
has been extremely Without doubt the spirit of the Royal

generous in allowing British Legion and all it stands for is alive
us to hold the Annual and well in Spain and will LIVE ON.
Poppy Appeal
Launch in this City. Information, support and advice is
These occasions have available. Please ring 676 451 780 or
been responsible for email assistance.rbl.dns@gmail.com
raising the profile of www.britishlegion.org.uk/counties/
the Royal British spain-north
Legion and it is an
event in our annual Mrs Pamela Dawson Tasker BEM
calendar not to be Press Officer
missed. Thank you


Help Us To Help You be helping the good people of Camposol. If there are people who live on Camposol
FAST2016 are a group of Volunteers who You can also become a Supporter helping and have a driving licence and would
live on Camposol, an urbanisation north to raise funds. consider helping us, they can write to
of Mazarrn. We are trained to respond to recruitment@fast2016.org or call in
medical emergencies on the urbanisation Due to the low number of qualified the Cultural Centre on Camposol B or
until the Paramedics/Doctor arrive. We can Responders, we may have to reduce the approach one of our supporters who run
give first aid from applying a plaster or cover to the busiest part of the 24 hours, our bookstall on the second and last Friday
bandage to life saving CPR. Our two vehicles (10am until 10pm every day) with some each month outside TJ Electricals on
are fully equipped for all eventualities. We weekend night cover. We have looked at Camposol B.
have defibrillators, bandages, plasters, the trend of calls made and most are made
blankets etc. Our main function is to calm between these times. The FAST2016 May Fayre will be held
the patient and family, reassure them and at Marianos on May 27th. All the usual
give them advice. All FAST Responders are We had a very interesting talk in January stalls will be there; cakes and savouries,
fully trained and authorised by the Murcian by the President of Age Concern in this jewellery, crafts, clothes etc. The tombola
Health Authority. area. We intend inviting the Police Chief in will be centre stage and of course the FAST
Mazarrn and the Head of Cruz Roja (Red Grand Draw. If you would like a stall at
If taken to hospital, we can advise on what Cross) to give presentations at our training the fayre you can reach Ann on fayres@
patients will need to have with them, such sessions. fast2016.org or approach the Supporters
as current medication to day clothes they on the Friday bookstall.
will need when discharged.
The next trip is to the Aguilas Carnival on
In the past we have struggled to give 24/7 4th March. (All tickets have been sold). It is
cover due to the number of Responders a great spectacle; one of the best in Spain.
available. There are always some on FAST2016 can only survive with the
holiday or back in their native country. support of the businesses, residents and
We would like to take this opportunity to visitors to Camposol to whom we are most
thank Responders and Supporters for their grateful. You never know when you may
work in the past. We are always looking to need us!
recruit more people to join this wonderful
service. Full training is given at no cost Call 112 first then FAST2016 on 968 970
to the Volunteer and a uniform provided. 628
It is also a very good way to meet new
people and make new friends. You will also
This month we would like to thank M.I. shop or Puerto de Mazarrn shop. We all those who were involved in these
Ayuntamiento Mazarrn for their continued appeal to those who have a few hours events over the years, including the DJs
support. We are waiting to receive funds a week to join our team in Making a and the photographers and of course all
from them to help us fill the gaps in the Difference to those less fortunate in our those who came along and supported us.
food bank stock and buy other essentials area. Please call Debbie on 638 733 780 Thank you all, you were amazing! All the
such as protein-rich food, personal or email madmazarron@live.com good quality items that would have been
hygiene products and baby supplies. modelled and sold are now going to our
We are at present only doing the Table Table Top Stall, so please come along to
Thanks must also go to all our supporters Top Sale on the 2nd Friday of each month see if you can pick up a bargain for your
who continue to donate items both for on Camposol B, so if you would like to summer wardrobe.
sale and in response to outreach requests. volunteer your time, even if it is for a
These items are so important for us to be couple of hours to relieve the ladies or for We are already a quarter of the way through
able to continue helping all the families setting up the stall, please either email us, the year. Time flies, doesnt it? We are still
which we assist on a daily basis. ring Marje on 968 979 268 or drop by always amazed at the generosity of spirit
the stall. and help we receive, not only from the
We really need furniture items as they are other local charities and groups who think
selling well in both our shops and bringing We are no longer able to run our popular of our quest with monies and items that
in much-needed funds. Please ring Badr on Fashion Shows because the ladies who they raise through their various events,
603 389 006 for any large items that you organized, took part and modelled at this but also from those people who help with
would like to donate and he will arrange to bi-annual event, which they stoutly did for donations of saleable items. Without your
pick them up at your convenience. 5 years, have moved on to pastures new continued generosity we would not be able
or have other commitments. These events to support our clients both young and old
We are also in great need of more took a great deal of effort, organization and help them to have a better existence.
volunteers to man either the Mazarrn and commitment. We would like to thank We thank you all on their behalf.

Forthcoming Events Age Concern are at the Cultural Centre,

Clients trip to Aguilas Camposol B on Wednesday & Thursday
Tuesday 21st
(Details to be
March 10am-1pm
Volunteers Meeting confirmed)
1st Tel 634 344 589 (10am-4pm Mon to Fri)
12pm @
Wednesday Wednesday
The Cultural Centre Menu Del Dia @ Viggos
Every Month 29th Events Tel 634 336 484 (10am-4pm Mon
Camposol Puerto de Mazarrn
March to Fri)
Tuesday Fashion Show @
8th Marianos Friday 31st Table Top Sale on Equipment Loan Tel 634 306 927 (10am-
March Camposol A March Camposol B 4pm Mon to Fri)
Despite the exciting weather, our ladies was infectious and we listened in fascination Fashion Show - Thursday 13th April
managed to brave the snow and arrived to what he told us. Some of our brave members and committee
safe and sound at Montemar Restaurant At our next meeting on Thursday 9th March, have volunteered to be models for the
where we all enjoyed a hearty lunch with one of our own members Karen Best of Just afternoon to display the Spring outfits
lively conversation. Fabulous is going to be showing us how to which will be on sale here. There will also
make floral arrangements. Her creations be jewellery and accessories to buy. Tea and
Our next lunch will be on the 15th March at will be of silk or artificial flowers with an cakes will complete what we hope will be a
Venta la Rata Restaurant near Aledo. We are Easter theme and will be for sale after the very enjoyable afternoon.
taking a coach, so book soon to ensure a demonstration. Come and buy, or learn for
place. Details of the menu can be found on yourself, how to enhance your home for Ladies Chatterbox meets every 2nd
the Chatterbox Facebook page, or contact Spring. Thursday of the month at the Cultural
Carol on 968 906 438 Centre, Camposol. We always welcome
We will also be taking bookings for our Trip new members. Join now for just 6 to the
In a change to our publicised programme, to Lorca on 20th April. A coach will take us end of our year.
we welcomed Antonio Hernandez Benitez to to Lorca with a brief sightseeing tour and
our February meeting. He talked to us about maybe a stop at the market. Then we go to Contact Chris Leiper on 968 199 441/602
the changing role of women locally, over the tour the castle and to have lunch. 409 742
last century. His obvious passion for history
Due to the heavy rains in December around D Sector. By the time this article is printed, the team
the Gardening Team were involved in We have cleared, will also have pruned, weeded and generally

attempting to clear up the mountain of mud pruned and tidied the Jubilee Garden. We will have
deposited around the junction of Avenida generally tidied constructed a permanent structure on the
De Los Covachos / Calle Alcivaras, then the 3 community Jubilee Garden to shade our bucketeers
the roundabout for Calle Piteras, Calle gardens at D23. during the hot summer months which
Fresnos, Calle Tecos, then all the way to We have means that our collection point will have
the end of Calle Piteras. Fortunately we resurfaced the moved a couple of hundred metres to its
managed to enlist Antonios help to get the petanca courts new location.
council involved. Ken supplied them with at Calle Piteras.
a comprehensive list of the worst affected We have planted Our Road Team has also been very busy,
areas which enabled them to focus their more yuccas actively repairing potholes on D Sector and
attention on effectively clearing the mud. opposite our a major hole on the dual carriageway in C
Then just when you think youve seen the collection area Sector, caused by the heavy rainfall.
worst of the weather, we got the heavy at the entrance
snowfall followed by another couple of to D Sector. We have now created a new website, www.
rainy days, fortunately not causing as much We have completed the Raised Gardens at camposol-d-sector.com
damage. the cultural centre for the Leos & Rainbows. We hope you will like it. There will be no
need to log in. It is available to everyone
and will enable the group to keep all
residents and non-residents appraised of
what we are doing, what events are planned
and much much more.
Whilst building the website, we realised

that there are two Facebook pages that
people are confusing with the official group
Facebook page. We recommend that you
This is a community garden and we hope visit the new website and click on the
The Gardening Team have collected many that both Leos and Rainbows have great fun Facebook link, to get through to the correct
donated articles which we have distributed planting these newly created gardens. Facebook page.

Aguilas Tour in Spanish explaining the history of is subsidized by the Regional Training and
www.aguilas.org the thermal complex in Alhama de Murcia Employment Service and co-financed by
Tel 968 493 285 Sat Market that is linked to its hot springs. 11am. Pre- the European Social Fund. The course
Thursday 2nd March 8pm & 10pm booking at Museum essential. will last for 310 hours and will take place
Murga with Los Ciegos @ Auditorio during March at the Center for Municipal
Infanta Elena Saturday 4th March & Sunday 19th 90 min Employment Initiatives Monday to Friday
Free Theatrical Visit In Spanish 11am from 9am-2pm.
Friday 3rd March 7pm, 9pm & 11pm from Archaeological Museum Los Baos.
- Murga with Los Ciegos @ Auditorio More information at the CIME or call 968
Infanta Elena Saturday 11th & Sunday 12th & 26th March 592 767
- 3 Guided Visit to Alhama Castle
Sunday 5th March Free Guided 11am from Archaeological Museum Los VIII Vuelta A Murcia Mster
Theatrical Tour 10.30am from Tourist Baos 1 hrs. 200 cyclists will compete in the VIII Vuelta
Office Ciclista Master of Murcia which starts on
Sunday 12th March Free Flamenco Saturday 1st April. In the morning the
Friday 10th March 10pm - National Drag Concert @ Casa de la Cultura 7.30pm riders will face a predominantly flat route of
Queen Competition @ Auditorio Infanta 33km with the start and finish in Mazarrn
Elena - Tickets 7/5/3 Sunday 19th March Artisan Market in La passing through Gauelas, La Majada,
Feria Street. La Atalaya and Leiva. In the afternoon
Saturday 11th March 8pm - National there will be 11kms from La Majada to
Chirigotas Competition @ Auditorio Lorca La Caadica de Mazarrn. Sunday April
Infanta Elena 7 www.lorcaturismo.es 2nd will be the most demanding stage of
Tel 968 441 914 - Thurs Market almost 100km with climbs to Cedacero and
Saturday 11th & 25th March Free Guided Saturday 4th & 18th March Free Guided La Cuesta.
Tour of The Historic Centre in English Historical Tour - 11am from Tourist
11am from Tourist Office. Pre-booking Office. Booking essential. Free Guided Tours in Mazarrn area.
essential. Visit the Tourist Office or www.
Sunday 5th March Free Guided visitamazarron.es for full details of all
Friday 17th March 9pm - Classic Concert Theatrical Tour in Spanish 10.30am tours.
with Torrevieja Symphony Orchestra from Tourist Office. Booking essential.
@ Auditorio Infanta Elena 15 Saturday 11th Sunday 19th March Ruta
Mazarrn de Tapas to celebrate San Jos
Sunday 19th & 26th March Free Ruta del www.mazarron.es
Ferrocarril (Railway Route) in Spanish Tel 968 594 426 Sat Market Weekend Trip To Practice Ski In Sierra
- 10am from Monumento de Ferrocarril Mazarrn Town & Sun Market Puerto Nevada
booking essential de Mazarrn From 17th 19th March on a half-board
Volunteers in Mazarrn basis and two days of training included.
Thursday 31st March 9pm - Pro- This programme organized by the Youth The Youth Council has organized the
Music Classical Concert @ Auditorio Council is aimed at people between 14 weekend trip to ski in the Sierra Nevada.
Infanta Elena 15 and 35 years. Young people wishing to The trip includes bus from Mazarrn and
join the programme must submit a photo- two days of ski passes with limited use of ski
Alhama de Murcia ID, a photocopy of a DNI and a form from lifts, equipment rental, accident insurance,
http://turismo.alhamademurcia.es/ the Oficina del InformaJoven located at baggage transfer, assistance at destination
Tel 968 633 512 Tues Market the Municipal Sports Pavilion or email 24 hours and applicable discounts. The
Saturday 4th March - 45 min Free Guided juventud@mazarron.es price is 190. More information on 968
591 810 or email juventud@mazarron.
17 Universities Students Start es
Extracurricular Courses In Mazarrn
This is part of a programme developed by Puerto Lumbreras
the Department of Employment and Local Sunday 12th March Monografica Boxer
Development with the aim of providing Dog Show 10am @ Municipal Football
university students with tools and practical Pitch. Free entry. More information at
knowledge to enter the world of work when Tourist Office.
they finish their studies. During 2016, 54
interns carried out their internships at Saturday 25th March Night Visit to
the City Hall of Mazarrn. Of these, 30% Astronomic Observatory 8pm. Price
achieved job placements in a related 2.50 (more information from Tourist
occupation, after carrying out their Office). Take warm clothes and a torch.
extracurricular practices.
Totana
From 1st 10th April is a new deadline for www.totana.es
applications for a new internship. For more Tel 968 423 902 Wed Market
information from CIME or call 968 592 Friday 3rd March David Andreu in
767 Concert @ Auditorio Marcos Ortiz to
celebrate the end of Carnival. Prizes and
Dynamization of Leisure Activities for party at midnight.
Children and Youth Fridays & Saturdays in March - Tours of
This is a free training course of free time Bastida in Totana 3 (special rate 2)
activities for children and youth education 10am and 12pm. For more information,
and is aimed at young people under 30. contact the Tourist Office.
It includes internships in companies and

The AGM was held in Cats Bar on 17th a special mention. The Group is always between 600 & 700 processional
January and the officers for the forthcoming looking for volunteers so if you would like caterpillars nests have been removed and
year were appointed: to help out please contact any member of destroyed.
Carl Powell (Chairman) the group. An hour or two a week is all
David Baitey (Vice-Chairman) that is required. Also a big thank you to all The Group hopes to organise 3 trips this
Brian Curran (Secretary) those people who help keep the pavements year; to Alicante on 5th April, picturesque
Robert Norton (Treasurer) and streets outside their properties clean! Guadalest in September and Benidorm for
We would encourage this and it is actually the Christmas market. Details to follow at
The outgoing officers, Glynn Webb and a form of volunteering. a later date.
Pauline Pearson were thanked for their
hard work, dedication and outstanding New landscaping projects at Calles We have also been liaising with the
contributions to the Group. Andalucia and Tarancon have begun with Ayuntamiento, through Antonio, to get
palm leaf cutting, cacti planting and street a clean-up of the areas affected by the
The hard work of all the volunteers was cleaning projects ongoing. Signs in the recent heavy rains and winds.
also applauded with the girls at the library Spanish language have also been erected
and the bucket donation collectors getting at certain locations. To date somewhere
Supporting the Poppy Appeal in British Legion District North account to add bills and help with purchase of spectacles.
Mazarrn to their annual total (last year it was over
The Ex Servicemens Association of 165,000). Our caseworkers are always busy
Mazarrn District (ESAMD), founded in visiting and spending time with potential
2006 is a non-profit organisation based Peggy Wyatt, the local Legion Public beneficiaries. The definition of a
in Mazarrn and its aim is to encourage Relations Officer said I was delighted to beneficiary is someone who has served in
the type of camaraderie experienced in recently meet with members of this superb the Armed Forces or their dependants. On
the Armed Forces whilst raising funds to Association. It was an honour for me to be some occasions we are able to sign post
support other military and local charities. able to thank them personally for all their someone to another charity or organisation
Current membership has risen to over 100 contributions to the Legion over the years. and this means the person can get the best
including three members of the Belgian We are often asked how the Poppy Appeal possible help available.
Armed Forces. money is spent in Spain and here are just a
few of the many ways we are able to help: For support or information about the British
* Stair lifts Legion please contact assistance.rbl.
dns@gmail.com or call 676 451 780
* Mechanical wheelchairs and scooters www.britishlegion.org.uk/counties/
* Refurbishing homes so beneficiaries spain-north
had a better standard of life, ie
changes to a bathroom or bedroom For information about ESAMD and the work
they carry out locally, please contact the
* Wood, oil and solar panels have been Chairperson Pat Firth on esamd.espana@
purchased for isolated properties gmail.com

There were also smaller items, gas
canisters, fridges and food, as well as dental
ESAMD has over the years raised much
needed monies for a number of local
charities, but every November members
can be seen in Mazarrn and the area
distributing over 60 boxes of poppies to
the local businesses. The Association has
tremendous support locally from businesses
which have also raised money in various
ways for the Poppy Appeal.
In 2009 ESAMD raised 489, rising in

2016 to an amazing 6851.74 for the
Poppy Appeal.
The running total so far is almost 35,000 -
a tremendous achievement and testament
to the dedication of the members and
the generosity of the general public and
businesses in and around the Mazarrn
area.
Bill Roberts (Treasurer of the Association)

said his members felt so proud to have
been able to assist their ex-comrades of
the Armed Forces who were in need. The
money was transferred into The Royal

What a Grace and twists along the way. about the book we have each chosen. As
wonderful everyones choice will be different. (We
Camposol The beauty of a reading group is that it hope! If we all choose Winter in Madrid
Reading encourages us to read books we would not it may get a bit repetitive!) It should be
G r o u p usually choose; out of our comfort zone. an interesting afternoon and inspire us to
m e e t i n g We are very democratic; at each meeting read some of the books we hear about.
we had on anyone can suggest books to read in the
February 2nd! coming months and in this way the choice Camposol Reading Group meets
is wide and varied. When discussing monthly, on the first Thursday of the month,
Eleven of books, everyones views and opinions are at the Cultural Centre on Camposol B for
us met to valued and members of the group are free two hours, beginning at 2pm. Coffee, tea
discuss our to comment as much or as little as they are and biscuits are enjoyed whilst we discuss
J a n u a r y comfortable with. and we certainly need the sustenance,
choice of with all the talking that goes on!
book, The The book chosen to read for the March
Sister by Louise Jenson. As always, opinions Reading Group Meeting is Mennonite in a If you enjoy reading and would like to meet
were varied and it was so good to hear Little Black Dress by Rhoda Janzen. a friendly group of like-minded people,
each others views. It is rare we all agree; why not come along to our next meeting
after all, everyones reading tastes vary, A new initiative for the group is to have on March 2nd.
but it is always good to debate! The Sister the occasional theme and the theme for
is a psychological thriller, a genre very March is SPAIN. Everyone is invited to For further information, feel free to contact
popular at the moment. The narrator of the read a book with a Spanish theme either Chris Leiper on 968 199 441 or email
book is Grace and the story flits backward with Spain as the location, or written by a chrisleiper1944@gmail.com
and forwards between her present life and Spanish author, or a factual book about the
her school years, with many challenges for country and so on. We will then talk briefly
Hi everyone Mojacar Moors and Christians June visit the old teatro and castle with lots of
10th history.
March already! Time is marching on and We will be having lunch first before going
it will soon be Easter, so dont forget our on to Mojacar to the Playas for the re- 4th Day
Easter Table Top Sale and Childrens enactments which look really good, so it Depart hotel in the morning for a visit to
Easter Egg Hunt. should be a very enjoyable day out. Cost Mijas and onto Rio Frio for lunch (included).
TBA.
Events 170 pp in a twin/double bedded room,
Easter Monday 17th April 4 Days in Benalmadena 25th April (single room supplement) non-members
We will be holding our usual Easter 1st day leaving MCC top roundabout 9am, 185 pp. Deposits of 50 per person,
Monday Childrens Egg Hunt and Table flag roundabout 9.10am and Camposol non-refundable except in extenuating
Top Sale. Everyone is welcome to join (Marianos) 9.20am calling into Frigiliana circumstances
us. This is a free event; just bring your (voted the prettiest village in Spain,
table and set up. There is no charge for arriving at our hotel mid-afternoon). Tarragona 21st September
your table. Set up time is 2pm and the egg A 4 day trip in a 4 star Hotel B & B for
hunt is at 3pm, weather permitting. the Santa Tecla Fiesta and calling into
Cambrils on the way home - another
Mystery Day Trip with Lunch 17th May fantastic trip, cost tbc. If you would like
This is another of our Mystery Trips and to add your names to the provisional list
should be a really good one with lunch at please call or email us. Deposits taken in
an award winning Restaurant. The cost is May.
25 for members and 27 non-members.
Tickets are now on sale, so please get your For tickets and info please ring Ruth on
tickets soon as they will sell out quickly. 968 956 118 or Shirley 968 956 070
Pick-ups are MCC 9.40am and 9.50am and or at the Tuesday Market at the Taberna
Camposol (Marianos) 10am. on MCC or email mccsocialclub@yahoo.
co.uk
www.mazarronccrsocialclub.com
2nd Day
Free day with lots to see in Benalmadena
or visit Malaga or anywhere along the
coast (very easy on the train).
3rd Day
Trip to Malaga with lots to see and do; visit
the new marina or the old town or even
go on the Big Wheel to see the fantastic
views. Shopping heaven in Malaga and

Our Maintenance Team this month have during the following weeks they continued would like to join our slowly growing band
continued their Monday rota of sweeping, trimming the palms and trees along the of Wednesday morning Volunteers, either
spraying and weeding as part of the dual carriageway, built more brick planters on a regular or occasional basis always
programme covering Camposol C Sector along the central reservation, constructed rewarded with a free breakfast! Please
North all strenuous tasks, so if you are a new storm drain in one of the planted contact us if you can spare a bit of time
nearby when our thirsty group are working areas, moved yet more rocks, collected two and energy, or just turn up at 9am at the
in your road and would like to offer them a large plants donated by a resident, planted Welcome Wall and help improve our area
drink, that would be really welcome! ten new yuccas and carried out extensive whilst enjoying a bit of fresh air (very fresh
weeding - phew! Ten more tons of gravel, at the moment!), making new friends in
A huge donated by a local business [thank you!] the process! C is looking better each year
thanks to our were delivered and spread along Calle because of all this hard labour, but also
Volunteers, Retama, the perimeter road, as part of the because of the donations you generously
turning out continuing improvement along there. give, either regularly to our scheme or
this month We now send out an appeal to anyone who just in the buckets; a huge thank you.
in some of
the coldest There may still be tickets left for our
w e a t h e r Spring Dance at the Golf Club on 24th
we have March with Brendan ODee, who is back by
experienced popular demand; only 6 for a great night
for years. out!
For the Contact John on 634 325 427 or Paddy
first time 968 970 666
in Green Please check chalkboards, Facebook and
Fingers website for any more news, http://www.
history we greenfingersgardenandsocialgroup.
called an com/
early halt
on the day it started snowing heavily
around us! Thankfully it didnt last and
International Contract Bridge Match Contrary to everyones expectations, the However, all is not lost as this match is
(sort of) first of 3 sessions went badly for Team being played over 2 legs, the second was
The latest in a series of Contract Bridge Europe+1, with GB+1 taking a substantial at the Trevi Bar & Restaurant, Camposol
International Matches involving 32 bridge lead. B on 22nd February. The eventual winners
players in the area took place at the Playa were the team with the highest aggregate
Grande Hotel, Puerto de Mazarrn on Things again started badly for Europe in number of imps. Watch this space for the
Monday 13th February. the second session, which no amount of result and the next thrilling instalment.
caffeine or bravado could reverse.

Some would say only the finest local If you are interested in playing bridge
players from Camposol Bridge Club in a social yet challenging environment,
(CBC) and Mazarrn Bay Bridge Club google Camposol Bridge Club and/or
(MBBC) were selected to play; others Mazarrn Bay Bridge Club for further
would say the teams were made up of details. Bridge is played across the 2
whoever was around at the time. What clubs by several nationalities and differing
is not disputed is that last years winners experience levels on Monday, Wednesday,
(England) this time faced a much stronger Thursday and Friday mornings.
European Team.
Phil Carter
President Mazarrn Bay Bridge Club
Tel 602 539 830
Heading into the third session, Team GB+1
were well ahead,
but the seemingly
inevitable outcome
they hoped for
never happened. A
huge effort by the
European Team
managed to overturn
Due to reasons too complicated (& boring) GBs lead and in the
to explain, this years match was billed end Rest of Europe+1
as GB+1 versus Rest of Europe+1. At won by 214 imps to
stake was the Jean Boone Cup (named 186 (fortunately
in honour of a local bridge legend who there were a couple
unfortunately was unable to participate in of experts on hand
this years competition) and of course the who understood what
bragging rights until the next encounter. imps were).

Tara has
been in a
foster home
since she was
found 5 weeks
ago and is a
wonderful,
happy little
girl. She is
around 8
months old
and weighs
approx 7 kilos
so is quite
small and wont grow any bigger. Tara
has been sterilised and is great with other
dogs.
Safie is
around 3
years old
and has been
sterilized.
She is very
nervous and
would like a
quiet home
with no other
cats or dogs.
She needs
time and patience to help her overcome
her traumatic start in life.
Angel is
around 6
years old
and is very
loving but
would prefer
a home with
no other cats
or dogs. She
is sterilized
and would
like to have
her very
own human
so she can
sleep on the bed with them.
Millie is just
over 2 years
old. She is
a petite cat
who likes to
climb trees
and enjoys
the company
of other
cats. She
is sterilized
and loves to
be cuddled.
For more information on any of the above
pets, please call 645 469 253
From last months edition Suny and Bella

have both been adopted.
To view more animals for adoption go to

www.petsinspain.com
To advertise an animal for adoption email
info@petsinspain.info


The first Welcome Dance of 2017 was a we were treated to a new act in this area, of Guinness while watching the sea of green
great night of entertainment with Martin direct from his own bar in Benidorm the flow by. Dont forget the famous Sunday
Ross kicking things off with his usual mix very funny Gary George. market for some good bargains. On the
of old and new songs which saw the dance return trip home visit the Valor Chocolate
floor rocking right from the first number. Factory and replenish your stores. There
are still a few places available for this trip.
Contact Steve for availability.
The next Welcome Meeting will be at

Marianos, Camposol A on 4th March at 2pm
where you will be able to buy your tickets
and book your table for all the upcoming
Welcome events and trips and food tickets
where applicable.
There is no membership to the Welcome

I felt sorry for the group from Hull who he Group, all events are open to everyone.
picked on, in a nice but funny way. They Contact Steve on 697 960 590 or email
He is a very popular singer and had were over on holiday and Im sure they had welcomegroupspain@yahoo.com for
everyone in the party mood. After the raffle a good laugh at themselves. Martin then information or to book your tickets.
had us all dancing until close. It was a very
successful night and we should thank Steve Events
and Vicki for putting on an enjoyable show Petanca is held on the first Wednesday of
for their first one. Keep up the good work. each month at Marianos starting at 2pm.
The first Welcome Trip of 2017, on 17th We are currently looking for volunteers to
February, was a three night stay in Granada help run and organise the Welcome Group
and I will report on this in the next edition. Petanca. Ring Steve for details on 697 960
590
Book Swap - 7th and 21st March at 10am

on Camposol B opposite the MABS house on
the main dual carriageway.
Ladies Evening - Wednesday 8th March
7.30pm at Marianos with Fashion Show,
Stalls, Bingo Raffle and Dancing to Woody.
4
March Dance - Wednesday 22nd March at

7.30pm featuring the impressive voice of
Angie Lang and supported by the velvet
voice of Kevin Tyler. 9 Chicken and Chips
The second trip this year departs Camposol 5
on 16th March for a four night stay at the
Ambassador 1 in Benidorm on half board. Treasure Hunt Sunday 2nd April follow
Celebrate St Patricks Day and a Fathers the clues whilst exploring our beautiful
Day parade in this lively and exciting resort. countryside to win prizes. Great buffet to
Paint the town green and down a few pints follow. 9
April Dance - Wednesday 19th April 7.30pm

at Marianos presenting the lovely voice
on one of our favourite singers Nick Gold
together with the versatile voice of Sharni.
8 Chicken and Chips 5
Upcoming Trips:
Almeria & Mini Hollywood - Sunday 8th
October - Four days & three nights B & B
staying in the centre of Almeria. Day trip out
to Mini Hollywood (Cowboy gear optional!)
with lunch. Visit up to Mojacar Pueblo. 165
per person sharing double room (single
rooms available).
Tarragona Northern Spain - Saturday 9th

September to Wednesday 13th September.
5 days/4 nights staying in the centre of
the ancient Roman town of Tarragona. B
& B and includes 2 excursions; one out to
a Cava producer (Wineries Jane Ventura)
with tasting; one out to visit the Roman
amphitheatre and ancient ruins. On journey
home stopping off for a boat trip. Only 280
per person priced on two sharing a double
room. (single rooms available).


The sun has got its hat on! sparkling and ready for the summer Basic Cleaning Recipe
Now is a good time to clean out your months. Combine 4 tablespoons Baking Soda with 2
kitchen cupboards, cooker, bathroom and pints of warm water. Use it with a sponge
other areas in the house to get everything There are some cleaning tips to help you to wipe nearly every surface, especially
on your way: kitchen counters, appliances and inside the
refrigerator.
Leather
After a while leather can start looking tired
with scratches and marks on your shoes
and bags, but before you reach for some
polish, check your fruit bowl! Bananas are
excellent for buffing leather. Wipe the inside
of the banana skin on the spot of leather
you would like to clean. The potassium in
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applied to wood, helps darken and hide when cooked in a clean oven. There are
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scratches. no more nasty smells when using your
bananas is absorbed into the leather and
oven from burnt on fat over spilt food. Call
slowly works to remove the scratches.
Sofas, Cushions and Animal Beds Camposol Oven Cleaning.
Just remember to wipe a damp cloth over
To freshen up soft furnishings around the
the leather when youve finished with the
house, sprinkle with Baking Soda. Leave it A dirty oven has a build-up of grease
banana, to remove any fruity residue.
for 15 minutes and then vacuum it off. This and fat inside it which can increase the
will eliminate most of the lingering smells. risk of fire. Deep cleaning your oven
will remove the build-up of grease and
fat and therefore reduce the risk of fire
and prevent bacteria. To get your oven
professionally cleaned contact Mark from
Oven Cleaning Specialists
Removing Limescale
Cut a grapefruit in half and sprinkle one
half with salt. Scrub the area and rinse
with water.
Wooden Floors and Furniture

Similar to leather, wooden floors can get
scratches over them. You can sweep and
mop, but if those marks are stubborn, try
Fridges
Brazil nuts or Walnuts. Cut a nut in half
Keep your fridge smelling fresh with
and rub vigorously over the scratches. The
coffee. Put dry ground coffee into an old
nutmeat contains natural oils which when
margarine tub with holes in the lid. Place
in the fridge and leave to eliminate odour.
The strong smell of coffee will simply
deodorise your fridge in days.
Ovens
With energy bills increasing a clean oven,
could save you money by using less Clearing Slow-Flowing Drains in Sinks
energy to heat the oven to the desired and Basins
temperature more quickly. A clean oven Put half a cup of Baking Powder down the
retains heat much more efficiently and the drain, followed by half a cup of vinegar.
heat is evenly distributed. This means food
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ice cubes over the carpet to remove the

impressions.
Cover with a damp cloth for about five
minutes and then flush with hot water. Its not just your home that needs a good
clean ready for Spring and Summer dont
forget your carpets, rugs, sofas and suites
also enjoy deodorising and stains and
odours removing. Winders Specialist
Cleaning are the Upholstery, Leather &
Oriental Rug Cleaning Specialists in Murcia
and can also make the interior of your car,
boat or caravan sparkle. Call 636 193 256
for a free quote.
Mattresses & Bedding
Get rid of bed bugs with vodka! As a
natural disinfectant, vodka will clean and
deodorise your mattress leaving it nice and
fresh. Pour vodka into a spray bottle and
Toilets spray lightly over a bare mattress. Leave
Pour coca cola into the toilet bowl and it to air dry and your mattress will be free
leave it for an hour to allow the acid to of any little creatures! Now the weather is
take effect. Clean the inside of the bowl warmer, it is a good time to get your winter
with a toilet brush and flush away. Vinegar duvets and blankets professionally cleaned
also works. ready for later in the year. Los Belones
Launderette are offering 10% discount
on duvets and blankets during March and
April, so save some money by calling in now. If you are too busy for any of the above,
you could just hire a local cleaner. There
Windows are various companies that specialise in
Keep your windows clean with coca cola! cleaning:
The citric acid removes streaks and dirt
leaving you with glistening glass. Pour the As the Property Specialists for Premier
can of coke onto the window then wipe it Villas in Camposol, Mazarrn Property
off with a damp cloth. Now when the sun can help. They will ensure your property
is shining your windows will look sparkling. is clean and fresh for your arrival whether
you are returning home or visiting for a
Bathroom Fittings and Jewellery holiday or short break. Contact them for
Toothpaste can be used to clean various Of course it may be physically impossible
for you to do this job yourself, either due to further details.
items such as bathroom fittings and
jewellery. Just rub in a little paste and health or the worry about climbing ladders
to get to those hard to reach places, so Rosy at Limpiezas Rosy is a perfectionist
clean off with a wet sponge. Toothpaste and will leave your home absolutely
will also remove coffee and tea stains from call in a professional to do the job for
you. Rosys Cleaning Service will have pristine. Whether its a one off Spring
mugs. Clean or a weekly or monthly visit, her
you looking at the sun through sparkling
windows in no time at all standards are impeccable. Rosy offers
domestic and office cleaning, ironing and
Carpets and Furniture window cleaning, so, you dont need to
Rearranging the furniture after the winter have 2 or 3 different people to do those
months may seem a refreshing idea jobs you can no longer manage (or hate to
until you notice dents in the carpet from do yourselves).
where the furniture was. Try placing some

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Grace, Lily and spayed. ed and ready

and Ruby She is great for her for-
are three with chil- ever home.
beautiful dren and is Snowy will
mini Podenco fully house also be a big
pups who are t ra i n e d , girl when ful-
such sweet- loves to play ly grown.
ies. They and is very
were taken good in the Marley is
from a hunt- car. Sandy adorable and
er who didnt is medium in is the last
want to keep size. puppy need-
them and they were lucky enough to be taking a home
en in by Sherlie Bradley. They would dearly belonging
love to have forever homes of their own. Kala is a to the fab-
All have been vaccinated. These babies will beautifully ulous Lily
only be small. quiet girl of the lovely
Pixie and approx 11 Great Dane/
Roxy are weeks. She Mastine mix
two beautiful is one of 9 Mum rescued
girls looking puppies that from the Per-
for loving came in to rera. He is
homes. Pix- our care. going to be a
ie is medi- Her Mum is really big boy. He weighed in at 7.2kilos
um in size a Mastine at 9 weeks old and is now 11 weeks old.
and Roxy belonging He has started his vaccinations and house
is slight- to the local training is going very well.
ly smaller. Shepherd,
Both girls as is the Happy Endings
are house- Dad. She will be a pretty big girl when fully 13 Mastine pups homed last month; Baloo,
trained, good grown. Kala has already had two vaccina- DeeDee, Malika, Lizzie and Spike the cat.
on the lead, love to play and are wonderful tions.
pets. Both are fully vaccinated with pass- Thank you everyone for your continued sup-
ports and are approx 6 months old. Snowy this is the sister of Kala and is a port and if anyone is interested in any of
really pretty girl. She is lively and likes to the dogs/puppies above please contact Sue
Sandy is a really lively gorgeous girl. She see whats going on. She will make a great Jones on 649 302 281. All adoptions are
was born Jan 2016 and is fully vaccinated family pet. Like her sister she is vaccinat- subject to a home check.
Our cat Boris makes it perfectly clear that will reluctantly budge over to allow my wife been lost. What a long way we are from
he is in charge. They say that dogs have and I to get in. Come 7am Boris is hungry the example of Jesus who, after a lesson
masters and cats have servants and that and proceeds to meow and then paw on greatness being achieved through
is about right. Boris sleeps on our bed and our faces to wake us up as he demands service said, - just as the Son of Man
to be fed. Actually he could miss several did not come to be served, but to serve,
meals and would live as he is carrying and to give his life as a ransom for many
extra pounds due to the lack of any form Matthew 20 v 28
of exercise. If we fail to respond to these
calls for help from the starving cat he then
knocks ornaments onto the floor to wake You can find us on Condado de Alhama in
us up. If Boris was a human I probably the Al Kasar Centre. Come and join us. We
wouldnt like him. Boris lords it over us as offer something a bit different. Sit around
he sees us as his servants. and chat over a cup of tea or coffee and
learn about God and what He can do for
Most of us can cope with being regarded YOU.
as providing good service or hospitable or Opening Times for the Christian Centre are
some other hidden compliment but few of on the website.
us actually enjoy being treated as servants.
This is reflected in society today as the Further details and other planned get-
old mantra that The Customer Is Always togethers please go to http://open-
Right has been forgotten. In the UK alone door.wix.com/open-door
55 Million complaints about Customer
Service were made last year. Many of the If you would like to be informed of our
complaints referred to the attitude of the events and be added to our mailing list
staff. One local business is advertising that please email opendoorgettogether@
You will receive the service you expect. gmail.com
...I do hope not? Tel Christian Centre 615 543 106
Ken 646 705 403
It seems that for many people the nature Carol 665 186 901
of serving and providing a service has


I think 2017 has got off to a really good Camposol Cultural Centre and it went with putting quite a few of us to shame with our
start at Forget Me Not. New volunteers a swing. To get us all in the mood, Rusty sore knees and other aches and pains. We
are swelling our ranks and we have had Brass, came along to play their saxophones shared a great buffet and then enjoyed a
many people visiting, wanting to learn for us. What a pleasure they were to listen very special birthday cake. We would all
more about the service we provide for and dance to. Betty joined in the dancing, like to thank Dawn Ball for so generously
people suffering from long term illnesses. making and donating the cake.
It is comforting for people to know that
we are there, even if our group is not Fund raising events for this year include a
immediately needed. Monthly Jumble Sale. This will be held
on the first Saturday of every month at the
Again, I would like to thank all those Cultural Centre, Camposol B.
who have made donations to Forget Me
Not including Trevis Bingo Group and TJ The Dorothy Kay Mile is just around the
Electricals. corner, so look out for more details and get
your running shoes on.
We celebrated a very special event in
February as one of our members, Betty, Forget Me Not meets at the Cultural
celebrated her 100th birthday! Everyone Centre, Camposol B from 10.30am-1.30pm
helped in organising a party for her at the every Monday.
We would just like to update all our of specific dogs in the Perrera underway. raise the much needed funds.
supporters with last months re-homing
programme. Four dogs were sent to We would like to thank our supporters for Our Charity Shop in Puerto de Mazarrn is
Guernsey last month and we were able to their continued support in our quest to open Monday to Saturday 10.30am-2pm.
re-home three to the UK. With our Rescue help these dogs find forever homes. Our It is situated just past the Dia Supermarket
Association in Germany we were able to Helping the Perrera Dogs Group and (formerly Arbol) next to the bicycle shop.
send six dogs to new loving homes. As the Volunteers work with the Perrera Dogs If you would like to volunteer to help us
yet the list is incomplete for our March to prepare them by socialising and generally in the shop please call Cathy on 639 604
programme, but as always we are in the looking after these dogs prior to their 628
process of socializing dogs and arranging being reserved for re-homing in Germany,
documentation and necessary inoculations Holland, UK and even the USA which is
to enable us to re-home more dogs. rewarding worthwhile work. We thank all
these volunteers who give their time and
effort, together with all our Charity Shop
Volunteers who help us achieve our goal
to re-home these unfortunate abandoned
animals.
JJ Puppy Rescue Association

Volunteers hold a Table Top Stall of cakes
and pastries in Nico & Sonias Bar, Puerto
de Mazarrn on the first Saturday in the
month. Please come along and buy some
delicious home baked sweet and savoury
produce.
If you think you would like to get involved
Our Helping the Perrera Dogs Group with Helping The Perrera Dogs directly
have a popular Table Top Stall in the please call Tony on 618 034 921
Camposol Sector A Car Park on Thursday
Our Helping The Perrera Dogs Group Market Days so please come along and
has a Fund Raising Appeal for the rescue grab yourself a bargain as well as helping

Listen to these words: take it with you, but you can send it on David said, But the godly shall flourish
If you have left your dreams behind, if ahead. like palm trees
hope is cold, if you no longer look ahead, if
your innermost fires are dead then you Solomon said, He who wins souls is wise. Did you know that a palm tree produces
are old. its biggest harvest of fruit in its last years?
Daniel said, Those who are wise will shine
But if to God you give your best and if to like the brightness of the heavens and Rejoice thats YOU Hes talking about!
life you give the rest: no matter how the those who lead many to righteousness,
years go by, no matter how the birthdays like the stars for ever and ever. March Services Sunday @ 1030 Calle
fly you are not old. Sobrija 2248, Sector D, Camposol
Just because youre shut in, doesnt mean 5th Songs of Praise
Its not the loss of energy or health that youre shut out. Youre a vital part of 12th Holy Communion
makes you old; its the loss of vision. every soul thats won and every life thats 19th Morning Prayer
Without it you can be old at 30; with it you touched, when you stand by a man of God 26th Holy Communion
can still be young at 90. or a ministry He has raised up. Youll shine
like the stars! Anyone wishing to contact the church
Did you realise that about 70% of the please call us on:
support that was given to Gods work came Now theres a different definition of English Branch 665 302 019
from retired people. How interesting! They stardom a true one! Unless you are a German Branch 968 978 961
were wise enough to know that you cant cheese or wine, age simply doesnt matter.
Summary Of Tense Forms going to summarize the three verb forms (I have eaten)
To start off this months article here is the we have been studying over a period of Vas a aprender.
translation into English of last months little months. If you remember, right back at the (Youre going to learn)
bit of Spanish. beginning we looked at a way of referring Ests aprendiendo.
to our future intentions by using voy a (You are learning)
Hoy ha sido un da normal de trabajo (Im going to), which changes to vas a Has aprendido.
para m, con mis clases en Torrevieja. (youre going to), va a (he or she is going (You have learnt)
Tengo muchos alumnos ya, sobre todo to), vamos a (were going to) vais a
en el segundo grupo del da. Despus (youre going to plural form) and van a You can now have hours of fun doing the
de la ltima clase tengo que recoger (theyre going to). We saw that after these same thing with as many verbs as you wish
todas mis cosas y volver a mi casa en we put the main verb of the sentence into and changing the person to he, she, we,
coche. Hoy he pasado al supermercado the infinitive form giving us, for example they etc.
para comprar naranjas y pan, y Voy a comer (Im going to eat) or Vas a
tambin a la tienda de fotocopias. En aprender (you are going to learn). I think it is an effective way of revising what
casa he encontrado a mis dos hijas, we have learnt, reminding ourselves which
una viendo la tele y la otra estudiando Later we looked at the present action tense form is which and how it is made up and
para un examen. Esto no es lo ms which expresses activities taking place at also the time sequencing of past, present

norma en nuestra casa. Muchas veces the present moment. This is made up by and future.
mis hijas estn fuera de casa haciendo using the verb estar in the appropriate
deporte o paseando con sus amigos. form and the main verb in what we call the Voy a terminar este artculo. Estoy
Pues, la hora es bastante tarde ya y gerund or present participle. That gives terminando este artculo. He terminado
estoy trabajando todava. Enseguida us, for example estoy comiendo (I am este artculo. Hasta luego.
voy a apagar este maldito ordenador eating), ests aprendiendo (you are
y relajarme un poco antes de dormir. learning). Jane Cronins Step by Step Spanish
Qu vida tengo! articles are available as e-books at www.
Finally, we have been looking at the recent janecronin.eu where you can also obtain
Today has been a normal working day past tense which expresses something in Janes Step by Step Internet Spanish
for me, with my classes in Torrevieja. I the past which is still connected in some course.
have a lot of students now, especially in way to the present. This is formed with
the second group of the day. After the the verb haber plus the past participle.
final class I have to gather all my things He comido (I
and drive towards my home in San Pedro. have eaten), Has
Today I have called into the supermarket aprendido (you
to buy oranges and bread, and also to the have learnt).
photocopy shop. I have found my two
daughters at home, one watching the TV We can therefore put
and the other one studying for an exam. these ideas together
This isnt the most usual situation. Many to form a time line
times they are out doing sport or walking as follows:
with their friends. Well, its quite late now
and I am still working. In a minute Im Voy a comer.
going to switch of this cursed computer and (Im going to eat)
relax a little before going to sleep. What a Estoy comiendo.
life I lead! (Im eating)
He comido.
Before we move onto a new topic, we are

The Beacon approximately 8.30pm. As always the Wednesday 15th March - Annette Rogers
of Light evenings end with a friendly chat and a cup Wednesday 22nd March - Belinda Bradley
meetings of tea and biscuits.
are every For further information please phone 620
We d n e s d ay All our meetings are funded by donations 877 326
from 7pm given during the evening. Our early healing Email beacon.of.light.murcia@gmail.
with weekly sessions start at 6pm. com
g u e s t http://beaconoflightmurcia.webs.
mediums The Beacon of Light guest mediums for com
w h i c h March: Facebook Beacon of Light Murcia
u s u a l l y Wednesday 1st March - Carol Everett
finish at Wednesday 8th March - AnnaMarie
A Winters Day on Noahs ARCs Van 11am - God Mark, beside me, clears ice (yes, ice!) and
(or geriatric removals strikes again!) has decided condensation from the windscreen so I can
18th January 2017 - The van crew that it will see to drive. We drive stoically on with
assembles and van book checked. 1st job snow in snow disconcertingly starting to settle
is at Torre Pacheco! southern and the bulldog spirit turning increasingly
10am - Weather cold, but skies clear and Spain and more toy poodle until, heroically, we make
bright. We load the van with assorted that Ivan, it back, a swift pit stop at the Vista Bar to
mattresses and bed bases. Ivan looks up Mark and warm up and on to the next job.
at the skies. I wonder if the heater on the I deserve
van works? everything Ways To Help
Dont worry, I say. The cab warms up we get. No If you would like to help in our shops,
really quickly in the sun. amount of man the van or walk the dogs please
Yeah, I suppose so, says Ivan doubtfully. twisting contact us. To arrange collection of any
d i a l s , unwanted household items just pop into
10.15am - A few pitiful white specks drift cursing, our Camposol shop or phone to arrange an
lazily down from a bright azure sky. Its stamping appointment.
snowing, says Ivan. feet etc.
Thats not snow, I scoff. makes any Fostering
difference. The heater on the van does If you would like to offer a permanent or
10.30am - With grey clouds building and not work. foster home for any of our dogs needing
the temperature plummeting, we set off help please get in touch.
for Torre Pacheco. 11.30am - We reach Torre Pacheco, with
snow falling heavily Donations or sponsorship can be
and streets 8 deep made through our website www.
in running water. noahsarcmurcia.com, our Facebook
We unload and at page at NoahsArc Mazarron or in our

12pm, as soon as shops on Camposol or Puerto de Mazarrn.
we get back in the These are open 10am-2pm. Monday to
van the windows Saturday.
mist up and I give
vital instructions. Rescue phone 699 352 818
Ok lads, try not to Camposol shop 634 332 335
breathe! Puerto de Mazarrn shop 634 364 553
We head back,
feeling in our feet,
knees, hands and
other bits fading fast.


What an exciting month January was! So of the Rio Segura. Never before had we Saturday March 4th - Carla & Douwe: El
far we have cancelled four walks because experienced random navigation of the Portazgo Sierra del Oro, Cieza
of weather conditions, but we have been route Cedric must have magical powers, Saturday March 18th - Judy & Tony:
able to reschedule two of them. but he refuses to reveal his secret - and Bolvonegro, Moratalla
afterwards at MUCAB? Returning so soon
We started says it all! What luxury to be able to dine
on 28th so well afterwards alongside the river,
J a n u a r y outside in the sunshine.
with my
linear walk
between
Blanca and
Ojs via
the village
of Ricote
which gives
its name to
the beautiful
v a l l e y .
We left
civilization
in Blanca For those on the mailing list there are more
to clamber photos on the WARM Facebook page. Full
up a wet details of walks will be sent automatically
barranco, further on up past an abandoned to those who are already on the WARM
quarry and squeezed through a man- mailing list; normally a week to a fortnight
made stone cutting of unknown origin ahead. As always, if there is anyone who
(El Carrern, part of an old Via Pecuaria) Despite the forecast for even more rain on would like their email address to be added
to emerge above Ricote. After cheekily February 11th, Jose Antonio and Paquita to the mailing list then please contact me
acquiring grapefruit, oranges and lemons were able to go ahead with their route (Jessica) on Warm2005@gmail.com
from the orchards, we skirted the scrutiny through the Caaverosa nature reserve
of the locals and dropped eventually to near Calasparra - the only remaining
Ojs to hide our booty in the cars. All three area of woodland bordering the Segura.
huertas had indeed been very bountiful, It sometimes seems as though I only
but nothing matched the wonderful pollo comment on the food, but as well as
asado that we enjoyed at MUCAB in Blanca. introducing us to the latest and excellent,
Indian restaurant (a rare thing in inland
On the following Saturday, February Spain) they picked up on the St Valentines
4th, Cedric led the walk that had been Day theme and organised a game of Guess
postponed from 21st January. Despite That Love Song (no singing required!)
being the first time that he had led one with pretend microphone included. An
of our walks, he was a proper star and in extremely sociable day full of friendship
his own original, inimitable style managed and fun.
to entertain, inform and nurture us all
through a much deeper appreciation of Next month we hope to be enjoying the
the historical heritage of further up-river following outings:

Bombay Indian, Calasparra various vegetarian dishes on the menu

Bombay Indian have a well-established which is unusual for restaurants in Spain.
restaurant in Fortuna, but the owners We need to support this new venture
decided to expand and opened their which has added a new dimension to
restaurant in what was a Spanish bar/ eating out in Northwest Murcia.
restaurant on the Poligono in Calasparra
at the end of January.
Initially the restaurant lacked a bit of

ambience, but it is now beginning to
look and feel more like a traditional
Indian restaurant with long drapes,
colourful tablecloths and bright pictures
on the walls. The food is excellent with
an amazing choice and their Menu del The Bombay Indian is open 12pm-
Dia is only 10 (drinks not included) and 4pm and 5.30pm-Midnight.
the Menu del Noche is only 12 (drinks Tel 631 457 648
not included). The Bombay Indian is
an ideal place to call in for a quick meal
or a take-away, but they also cater for
large parties and have special menus for
4, 6 or 8 people.
You will be made very welcome by Sidhu

the waiter who speaks good English and
the chefs Lalit and Jaspal. There are

March puts a spring into everyones step packed for all the family with a choice The Teatro Vico also hosts a variety of
and perhaps even a twinkle in the eye. of paintballing, horse riding, an assault Cultural Events in March, musical and
Seize upon the feel-good factor and make course, a Quidditch pitch as well as many theatrical, for audiences skilled in the
the most of whats happening in Northwest others activities for all ages. Campsite Spanish language details from the box
Murcia this month. There is culture, music, within the park & refreshments available office.
activities and fun waiting to educate and in the bar. The park open each weekend.
entertain you but it wont come to you For entry at other time please telephone Moratalla
you have to get out there and find it; so 691 200 353 www.ayuntamientomoratalla.net
hey, you get going! www.cotodelasmaravillas.com T: 968 730 208
Each weekend until the 26th March, the
Check out the tourist offices regularly for Carnival Time continues to the 5th Sala de Exposiciones in the Convento de
the latest information using the contact March: the largest in the north-west - a San Francisco hosts an exhibition entitled
details as shown. full programme of parades and parties! Tradiciones, showcasing traditional
Contact the tourist office for details. pastimes and activities. Fridays 7pm-
Bullas 10pm; Saturdays 11am-2pm and 6pm-
www.bullas.es Saturday 18th March 2hr tour in Spanish 10pm; Sundays 11am-2pm.
T: 968 652 244 of history of the Old Quarter including the
Sunday 5th March Artisan Market Archaeological Museum, Main Street, the Friday 3rd March Singer Vincente Paolo
Church of La Concepcin and the Casa & Guitarist Eduardo Piqueras @ Teatro
Calasparra Jaspe. There are English info boards. After Trieta 8pm
www.turismocalasparra.es tour visit school of wine in Palacio de la
T: 968 745 325 Tercia. Contact the tourist office for full Mula
Saturday 25th March 9am-1pm & 4pm- details. www.mula.es
8pm & Sunday 26th March 9am-1pm T: 968 661 501
Course on Using a Defibrillator 90 Sunday 26th March Artisan Market in Each Sunday Free Guided Tour Of
- contact Red Cross on 620 405 108 Plaza del Castillo. Marchs theme celebrates The Roman Villa Site Of Villaricos,
Easter. in Spanish - one of the best preserved
Caravaca agricultural villas from the Roman province
www.turismocaravaca.org Cieza of Hispania. Info boards in English. The
T: 968 702 424 This is the time of year to visit this quaint covered structures can be seen from the
town in Northwest Murcia. The show of the motorway. 10.30am start and 45 mins
Cehegn trees in full blossom is famous throughout (book through the tourist office). For
www.turismocehegin.es Spain. groups of about 20 an English-speaking
T: 968 723 550 guide is possible.
The Archaeological See of Begastri Sunday 5th March 8th Subida al
is opened for tours on Saturdays and Portazgo 25km (25/30) mountain Sunday 12th March Artisan Market
Sundays at 10.10am/11.15am/12.20pm running race (14km (20/25) for juniors).
at 2 per person. The tour begins with a 9am from Football Ground. Murcia
video presentation followed by a guided www.turismodemurcia.es
tour to see the remains of the Iberian Sunday 5th March Mercadillo de los T: 968 358 749
culture before the IV century BC. Tour in Frailes in Plaza de Espaa 10am-2pm. Saturday 11th March 3rd Moon Bike
English will be on demand. season is underway. Ten guided itineraries
Friday 10th Sunday 12th Gastronomic will start in the Glorieta de Espana (in
The Eco Park (Tourism Activity Park) Fair, Saborarte 25 restaurants offering front of Murcia Town Hall) by the River
Coto de las Maravillas is action- food/drink tastings & music Segura. 10km-15km and no steep climbs.
8.30pm (no pre-registration required).
Saturday 11th March Free Concert - The Cycles should have adequate lighting, bell
Ladies @ Plaza de Espaa 10pm-11.50pm and you should wear light coloured, or
reflective, clothing and a cycle helmet in
Jumilla urban areas. Those under 16 years must
www.jumilla.org be accompanied by an adult. Municipal
T: 968 780 23 bikes are available two days prior on 968
The first weekend in March is the last 200 293. Tourist office has a full list of
chance to enjoy the Tapas Route Vino routes and start times for this season.
y Queso Sabe a Beso. 24 bars and
restaurants are participating; a tapa and Yecla
glass of wine for 3. www.turismo.yecla.es
T: 968 754 104
Saturday 18th March Lovers of art can Saturday 25th March Free Guided
enjoy a Spanish Language Tour of Tour Of Historical Yecla (in Spanish).
the sacred art of Jumilla, located in the 11am from the Basilica de la Purisma
15th century Iglesia de Santiago and the (sometimes an English speaker on the tour
Museum run by the Nazareno Cofradia. 2 or guides may speak English). The visuals,
5.30pm. however, need few words and to increase
the pleasure. Booking at Tourist Office.
Saturday 25th Teatro Vico will be rocking
to the sounds of Revolver, performing Annual Tapas Route on at the same
songs from their latest album Capitol Tour time, also bodegas in the town to tempt
with their early 90s top hits. 8/10/12 your palate. Tip: try the local Yeclan sweet
9pm Libricos.


Proposed Branch of The Royal British encompassing Calasparra, Caravaca de la

Legion in Northwest Murcia Cruz, Cehegn, Bullas and the surrounding
areas. There is great interest and already
Plans are progressing well for the opening we have members coming forward to form
of a branch of The Royal British Legion a Branch Committee.
in Murcia. The proposed area would be
We do need more members in order to
make this an active branch and anyone
who wants to know more is asked to
contact the Legions Recruiting Officer by
email on recruitment.rbl.dns@gmail.
com or email the Murcia local contact
Steve Carne on s.carne@yahoo.co.uk
For information about Legion Branches in

the District, please visit our website www.
britishlegion.org/counties/spain-
north
Christian Fellowship WELCOME HOUSE Genesis 1:26: God spoke: Let us make
A different way of doing church human beings in our image; make them
https://sites.google.com/site/ reflecting our nature so they can be
casawelcome2013 responsible for the fish in the sea, the birds
in the air, the cattle and yes, Earth itself
A lady asked her pastor if her dog that had and every animal that moves on the
just died would go to heaven, the pastor, face of Earth.
in a not very kindly manner told her no,
resulting in one very upset lady leaving the 31: God looked over everything he had
church. made; it was so good, so very good! (MSG)
I am not particularly animal minded so it Make no mistake about it John 14:6

wouldnt bother me one way or another. categorically says Jesus answered, I am
It would bother me to upset a person the way and the truth and the life. No-one
so much so, that it would cause such an comes to the Father except through me.
outcome.
There may be those who will disagree
In the beginning God created, what? with me, that animals are not capable of
Everything; including man in His own accepting Jesus as being the way the truth
image and placed Him in a garden; the and the life.

Garden of Eden THis may be seen as sitting on the fence,
but we are told at the end of time there will
be a new heaven and a new earth, a new
Garden of Eden; Paradise, where God has
moved into the neighbourhood, making
His home with men and women! Theyre
His people, hes their God. Hell wipe
every tear from their eyes. Death is gone
for goodtears gone, crying gone, pain
goneall the first order of things gone.
Rev 21:3-5. (MSG)
Once more all that God created will live in

perfect harmony.
Once more, he will look over everything
in the garden and say it is good, so very
good.
If you would like to contact us regarding

anything we have publicised or may be
planning in the future, or just for a chat
our contact details are:
lynda.spain@hotmail.co.uk
derek.tycymru@talktalk.net
Tel 633 447 937
Welcome House can be found at 3A

Campillo y Suertes, Cehegin.


No Excuses For Benefit Fraud investigation into his claim to uncover Income-related benefits such as
A Briton who lived in Mazarrn and claimed the truth. Despite initially denying any Pension Credit or Income Support
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It doesnt matter if youre a vegetarian Tuna and Butter Bean Bake 375ml vegetable stock
or not, beans add a great addition to any bunch fresh parsley 400g canned red kidney beans
recipe. Salads, soups, casseroles, wraps 50g butter Tabasco sauce to taste
and many more dishes benefit from the 50g plain flour
addition of beans and one of the healthiest 450 ml milk Heat the oil and add the chopped onions
ingredients as well. I had so many recipes 2 tsp lemon juice and garlic until softened. De-seed yellow
to choose from, but I have tried to use 410g can butter beans pepper and chop then stir into the pan with
a few unusual ones. I always make the 185g tuna in sunflower oil oregano, thyme and all spice. Add the rice
Burritos for my veggie friends, but its easy 25g parmesan cheese and stir well before cooking for 3 minutes.
to add some chicken if you prefer meat? As 2 tbsp white breadcrumbs Add peel and chopped spring onions and
usual the recipes are all quick and easy to tomatoes and their juice and stir. Add the
make especially the Sausage Hotpot which stock and bring to the boil and simmer for
features baked beans and very popular 10 minutes. Drain and rinse the kidney
with children. The homemade Veggie beans then stir into the pan and simmer
Burgers only take minutes to make and you for a further 6-10 minutes or until the rice
can vary the taste and flavour according to is cooked and the liquid absorbed. As an
how hot you like it? They are great cooked optional extra add a few dashes of Tabasco
on a BBQ as well so something for later in sauce to suit your taste. Serve.
the year.
Buen Apetito Sausage Hotpot
1 onion
Burritos with Corn and Beans 1 tbsp vegetable oil
230g red kidney beans 1 tin baked beans
340g sweetcorn Melt the butter in a pan, stir in flour and 1 tin chopped tomatoes
1 red and 1 green pepper cook for 1 minute. Remove from heat and 3 tsp mixed herbs
1 red chilli gradually add milk. Return to heat and cook, 1 pkt sausage (vegetarian or meat)
2 cloves of garlic stirring constantly until thick and smooth.
3tbsp sunflower oil Stir in lemon and parsley. Drain beans and Fry the sausage until brown. Remove from
1tbsp oregano put in the bottom of an oven proof dish. heat and chop into small chunks. Fry the
2tsp cumin Drain the tuna and flake over the beans chopped onions in oil until brown. Add the
150ml vegetable stock then pour the sauce over them both. Grate beans, tomatoes and herbs and bring to
8 wheat tortillas the cheese and mix with breadcrumbs the boil. Add the sausage chunks to the
Salt and pepper before sprinkling over the sauce. Bake for bean mixture and simmer for 15 minutes.
30 minutes or until golden brown. Serve with crusty bread.
Rinse and drain kidney beans and Homemade Black Bean Veggie Burger
sweetcorn. Finely cut the peppers and Caribbean Rice and Beans
chillies and crush the garlic. Heat the oil in 1 small onion
a large pan and fry the peppers, garlic and 2 cloves of garlic
chillies for 3-5 minutes. Stir in the beans 2 tbsp olive oil
and sweetcorn, oregano and cumin. Season 1 yellow pepper
and cook over a low heat for 5 minutes. 1 tsp oregano
Add the vegetable stock and simmer for 1 tsp thyme
a further 5 minutes. Heat the tortillas in a 1 tsp all spices
dry frying pan for 30 seconds each side and 225g long grain rice
serve with the mixture rolled inside. 8 spring onions
225g can chopped tomatoes
1 can black beans

green bell pepper
onion
3 cloves garlic
1 egg
1 tsp chilli powder
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chilli sauce or hot sauce (optional)
cup of breadcrumbs
In a medium bowl mash the drained black

beans with a fork. Finely chop pepper,
onion and garlic and stir into mashed black
beans. In a separate bowl beat egg and
add chilli powder, cumin and sauce. Stir the
egg mixture into the bean mixture and stir
well. Add the bread crumbs until mixture is
sticky and holds together. Divide into four
lumps and pat into burger shapes. Grill or
BBQ for 8 minutes each side on low heat
so they cook through. Serve with salad or
in a bun.

Swimming Pool Pre-Season Checks * Clean the swimming pool pool considered as a Public Pool should
Spring in Spain can bring with it not just removing stains in the grout where also have an automatic system to ensure
sunshine, but also high winds and rain. It leaves etc have been resting on the correct sanitation.
is with this in mind, together with the fast tiles.
approaching summer season, that many Definition of a Public Pool: A swimming
swimming pool owners forget to carry out * Backwash and rinse the filter if the pool open to the public or to a defined
a Pre-Season Check before diving in! sand is over 5 years old it should be group of users; not only for the family
replaced the best option is Glass, and guests of the owner or occupier,
Things to consider: which lasts 3-4 times as long with regardless of the payment of a price
* Check inside the pump box to much higher filtration performance. of entry.
ensure everything is mechanically * Deal with any specific concerns that Hotel, Rental Property & Communal
sound no leaks. you may have. Pools - the responsibility is with
the designated owner, not the pool
* Uncovering the swimming pool if it * Check Water Balance pH, maintainer.
has been winterised. Chlorine, Total Alkalinity, and most
* Inspect the swimming pool, importantly Cyanuric Acid (Chlorine For further information please email info@
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* Check the swimming pool water is
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when required. new pool must have one by law and any
Brazil Nut also use chopped Brazil Nuts in biscuits, in their shells from Brazil as the shells
The Brazil Nut tree can reach 50 metres cakes and other desserts. have been found to contain high levels
high with a trunk up to 2 metres in diameter, of aflatoxins, which can lead to liver cancer.
making it among the largest of trees in Brazil Nuts are very nutritious containing Brazil nuts also contain small amounts
the Amazon Rainforests and in Brazil it is 14% protein, 12% carbohydrate, and of radium, a radioactive element.
illegal to cut down a Brazil Nut tree. It 66% fat. They are also an excellent source
can live for 500 years or more. The bark is of dietary fibre and vitamins. They are ideal Brazil Nut Oil contains 75% unsaturated
greyish in colour and is smooth. for those with low thyroid function, as they fatty acids. It can be used in cooking as well
are a good source of the mineral selenium, as a lubricant in clocks, for making artists
The fruit of the Brazil Nut tree contains which we need to produce the active thyroid paints and in the cosmetics industry.
nuts which are very heavy and rigid and hormone. Selenium also supports immunity
they pose a serious threat to vehicles and and helps wounds to heal. You only need Engravings in Brazil Nut Shells were
people passing under the tree. Brazil Nuts three or four Brazil Nuts a day to get all supposedly used as decorative jewellery by
sink in fresh water, which can cause serious the selenium you require. the indigenous tribes in Bolivia and because
clogging of waterways. Due to their high polyunsaturated fat of its hardness, the Brazil Nut Shell is
content, shelled Brazil Nuts may quickly often pulverized and used as an abrasive to
become rancid. polish materials such as metals and even

ceramics.
The European Union has imposed strict
regulations on the import of Brazil Nuts
Brazil Nuts have been harvested from

plantations, but production is low and is
not economically viable. The fruit takes 14
months to mature after pollination of the
flowers. The fruit has a hard, woody shell
which contains eight to 24 triangular seeds
packed like the segments of an orange.
Despite their name, the most significant
exporter of Brazil Nuts is Bolivia.
The Brazil Nut has a rich, creamy flavour

which lends itself well to an assortment of
dishes in addition to being tasty on its own.
Brazil Nuts roasted in oil and salted are
high in calories and should be avoided. To
gain maximum benefits of consuming Brazil
Nuts, it is good to consume them unsalted.
Shelled Brazil Nuts in their natural form
are basically safer and healthier. You can

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Type 1 diabetes is when the body has a to obesity. Blood readings become normal Bad Carbohydrates are found in processed
malfunction and is unable to produce insulin whilst on medication, so you continue to foods and include refined sugar and
so the glucose builds up in the body. It is consume sugars and then a higher dosage grains, corn oil and palm oils which have
usually diagnosed during childhood, but is needed. Eventually you will be prescribed NO nutritional value. These are added to
can be diagnosed later. The body cant use injectable insulin and you may gain weight. processed foods such as fizzy drinks, cakes,
glucose to provide energy so breaks down Does it not make sense to rid your body of pastries, many breads, biscuits, processed
stores of fat and protein instead. the sugar before it gets to this stage, so meats, jarred sauces, canned items and
medications can be reduced or eliminated? low fat and healthy foods such as some
low fat yoghurt and a lot of cereals. Look at
the amount of sugar next time you go to the
supermarket. Remember 4 grams is a whole
teaspoon. Many low fat yoghurts contain
more than this!! Processed carbohydrates
may also contain transfats/processed
fats and re-hydrogenated fats which also
contribute to many diseases and obesity.
Carbohydrates are sugars/starches both
Type 2 diabetes is different. It develops natural and refined. They have the biggest There are natural foods where the
when the sugar levels in the body have effect on blood glucose levels because ALL carbohydrate levels are higher such as
become so high for so long that the body carbohydrates are turned into sugar. Cutting potatoes, whole grains and fruit, so these
cannot produce enough insulin to combat Carbohydrates to a much lower level and items, although a good source of vitamins
the sugar, or, when the insulin is produced, reducing portions can help manage your and fibre, should be eaten in much lower
it doesnt work properly and will then cause glucose levels and reduce your fat levels. levels.
serious problems. A diet of fresh vegetables, good quality
Good and Bad Carbohydrates proteins (lentils, fish, shellfish, lean meat
Imagine a sugar bowl. When we are young Good carbohydrates, such as those found in and eggs), some dairy (milk and good
its empty. Over decades of eating high vegetables are natural and released much quality cheeses in moderation), good fats
sugar processed foods the bowl fills up. slower into the body. (oily fish, avocados, nuts, olive oil) and
The next time you eat these high sugar keeping fruit and whole grains to very small
foods, because the bowl is full it spills into amounts is ideal to reduce sugar in our
our blood. Insulin becomes less effective bodies/blood, therefore reducing the need
because the cells are overfilled with for medication.
sugar leading to kidney and heart failure,
blindness, circulatory problems possibly Weight-loss also occurs when calories are
leading to amputations and obesity. Every significantly reduced. If you are overweight
part of your body can be effected. then losing excess weight has also been
shown to be beneficial in managing blood
Your blood sugar is too high youre Pre- glucose plus blood pressure and cholesterol.
diabetic. Have you heard this from your Keeping active also reduces the sugar in our
doctor? body, so a diet of whole natural unprocessed
naturally lower carbohydrate foods plus
Good news! You can reverse this before keeping active can keep you free of Type
developing full blown Type 2 Diabetes 2 Diabetes.
through lifestyle changes. Drugs prescribed
do not eliminate the sugar from the body. Mel Lay is an accredited Cambridge Weight

They rid it from the blood and hide it in the Plan consultant who is also qualified to help
body and organs, turning it into fat leading diabetics lose weight safely.

by Terry Chapman - Part 2 for everybody to get going and sail the 14 stanchions for dear life whilst feeding their
Have you ever been on one of these things? odd miles in a loose group across the gulf full English to the fish, leaving Ken and me
They thunder along, at I dont know what of Argos to the small fishing harbour at to sail the boat.
speed, driven by some bloody great diesel Tyros.
engines that make the whole boat shudder Ken asked me to take the tiller. Talk about
and shake. Its like riding in a giant tin can being chucked in at the deep end! He
being hauled at enormous speed over a checked everything else was secure and, as
cobbled road. we could not see the other boats through
the rain, radioed the lead boat to tell them
The 70 nautical mile trip took about 3 we were OK. With all the excitement and
hours including a couple of stops en-route. adrenalin rush I forgot to be sick! It was a
We found the flotilla leader, collected our fantastic and exhilarating ride which lasted
luggage and walked down to the moonlit about an hour until the storm passed
jetty at about 10pm and thats when I saw through and we were once again sailing in
Maria Christina for the first time and she sunshine even though the sea remained
was beautiful. quite lumpy. It was an early lesson on how
rapidly conditions can change at sea.
We went aboard and had stowed our gear We cast-off and motored out of the marina
by about 10.30pm and then sat in the at about 11am on a beautiful sunny
cockpit eating some nuts we had bought, morning with a nice south easterly breeze
drinking whisky and listening to Brian; and Ken soon had us hoist the sails. The
thats Brian the brother-in-law, tell joke, foresail, a conventional style, hanked onto
after joke, after joke. What with starting the forestay and quite easy to set, but the
to drink on the flight after breakfast, then mainsail was furled away by being wound
our semi-liquid lunch and drinks on the around the boom and was more difficult for
hydrofoil, we were all very well oiled when us novices to hoist. Once up and set and
some idiot suggested we carry on drinking the engine stopped we glided along onto
all night until breakfast again. I could not the peace and quiet of the open sea with
stand the pace, so at 3am went to my bunk the rest of the flotilla spread out around
for some beauty sleep and the others soon us fantastic! Ken let each of us have a
followed. go on the helm, which was a tiller not a We had left Porto Heli as the last of the
wheel and continued to explain about boat seven flotilla boats, but were the second
We were up again at 8am to join the other handling, sail setting, reefing and lots of boat to arrive in Tyros sometime in the
flotilla boat crews for breakfast in a nearby other things which were totally alien to his afternoon, having sailed all the way; not
caf where we were told we had to sail three crewmen. bad for novices we thought, especially
with the group the first day while our level when we learned that many of the others
of competence was checked out. If the After an hour or so of very pleasant had dropped their sails completely and
flotilla leader was happy we would be free sailing, clouds began to build up, the wind motored during the storm. Some might
to go our own way for the rest of the two increased and the waves became bigger. say we were foolish, but we did not know
weeks. We returned to Maria Christina so Ken quickly had us reduce sail and get into any better and trusted in Kens judgement
Ken could begin briefing his novice crew on our wet weather gear just before a storm as the expert amongst us. We were able
safety procedures, boat handling, where broke; thunder, lightning, rain, wind which to moor alongside with Ken on the helm
the life jackets, flares etc were stored, heeled us right over and waves that had and, following his instructions, found this
how to deploy the life raft and a myriad us pitching and rolling heavily. This proved quite easy.
of other things. Soon all the boats were too much for the two Brians who were
ready and the flotilla leader gave the OK soon lying on the deck, hanging onto the Continued on page 61

a very varied diet and ate very well every

day of the trip. These tasks were rotated
The rest of the boats gradually arrived
throughout the holiday so no one person
during the late afternoon and early evening
became a permanent galley slave, cleaner
and, due to the limited space, had to raft
or shop-a-holic, as were the preparation of
up as pairs. After a wash and brush-up all
lunch and the washing up. Ken would then
crews met for dinner at a quayside tavern
plot our course for the days run, showing
where, after a good meal, we were given
one of us how to do this and then we would
the OK to go off on our own for the rest
be away, stopping to top up with fuel or
of the holiday, but agreed to meet up for
water if needed.
a beach BBQ on the last night. We also
discussed some of the confusions that had
On this our third day we were going to
occurred during the day by having two
head for the island and port of Hydra, a
Brians on board and decided that, for the
distance of about 22 nautical miles. We left
rest of the holiday, Ken would be called
Spetses at about 11am in bright, cloudless,
Skip, I would be TC, (my initials) and the
windless conditions (little did we know
others Big-B and Little-B; a reference
what this was to foretell) under power for
to their relative sizes. After a pleasant
the 4.5-5 hour journey. We motored all the
evening in good company we headed off
morning, then anchored for lunch in a bay
to our bunks rather early; the effects of
on the almost deserted island of Trikkeri
the last two days having finally caught up
and continued under power to arrive in
with us. We awoke early, fully refreshed,
Hydra in the late afternoon.
breakfasted in the taverna, bought some
fresh bread, cheese and tomatoes for
Hydra is a long, mountainous and,
lunch and set off for our first day alone to
compared to Spetses, a largely barren
the island of Spetses about 15 miles back
island. As we motored the six miles along
across the Gulf of Argos.
the coast from the south-west tip to the
town and harbour it appeared to be un-
inhabited, but when we turned into the
semi-circular natural harbour we saw an
amazingly picturesque town rising like an
amphitheatre up in the hillsides. Compared
to the rugged bare cliffs that surrounded
it on three sides, it was a riot of colour,
for its brightly painted houses were
roofed with red tiles above which rose the
ornate belfries of its many gleaming white
churches. The harbour mouth was guarded
by cannon which recalled the period when
Hydra was famous for its ships and sailors.
At first we sailed along at about 4 knots in
a gentle breeze, but by midday, this had
(Part 3 next month)
dropped and become more fitful so we had
to start the engine. We reached Spetses
at about 2pm and anchored in a small bay
on the eastern side for a leisurely lunch
followed by a swim as it had become very
hot and then we had a short siesta. It was
then up-anchor and a short journey under
power to the main harbour where we

arrived at about 6pm. I dont remember
much about Spetses except that the
harbour was very busy and was backed
by a small tree-shaded square filled with
numerous cafs and tavernas. There were
no cars; only buses, mopeds and bicycles.
It was also very green and pine-clad with a
gentle smooth landscape compared to the
other island we visited later.
We tidied up the boat, showered and went

out for a meal where I tried vine leaves
stuffed with savoury rice and giant beef
tomatoes stuffed with highly spiced mince
for the first time - absolutely delicious. A
few drinks at a nearby bar followed, then it
was back to the boat and our bunks.
The next morning saw the start of what was

to become our standard morning routine.
While one of us started to prepare breakfast
in the small galley, another would check
over and tidy the boat, clean the heads
(thats the toilet to you non-sailors) while
the other two would go off to buy supplies;
fresh bread, milk, bottled water, whatever
they fancied for lunch (salad, cheeses,
cooked meats, sardines) plus eggs and
bacon for the next days breakfast. We had

What a busy month! is now in kennels waiting to be adopted. If you have unwanted furniture you can
Whats going on in Mazarrn?! We have had He is making a good recovery and is such drop it off to Richard who is on the lower
a lot of requests for assistance, including a kind gentle boy; so forgiving and those car park on Camposol B on Tuesdays from
a diabolical story of a dog being shot in big brown eyes....oh they would melt your 10am-12pm (opposite the petrol station).
the spine. We are hoping he will not be heart! We can take single items or house
paralysed. There were quite a few requests clearances. If the furniture is too big or if
for cat spaying and neutering from the there are several pieces we can collect it.
Spanish which is very encouraging for us
and an indicator that things are slowly Volunteers
(very slowly) improving. Remember we are We have a great new beefy helper who
here for emergencies, or for help towards assists Richard with the furniture as
a large unexpected vet bill. We like to help Richard is getting a bit past it! However,
those who have rescued a dog or cat that another equally beefy bloke would be
needs spaying and neutering. We deal with welcome! We always need help in the shop
two surgeries; Pacos and Huellos. If you and would welcome a new face. Please call
can get to the vet explaining what needs in or phone if you think you can spare a
doing, he will give you a quote which you few hours.
will then drop off for us to discuss at our
committee meeting. We can only do these sorts of things with Location
your donations and as always thank you Our store is in Puerto de Mazarrn just
Tyson for your support. past the Mercadona/Lidl shopping centre
What a rotten time this poor chap has had. towards the port. Turn left immediately
He was horribly mauled by several feral Please dont throw it away - We can below Consum and the shop is in Calle San
dogs and was found in a shocking state. sell it! Juan, the third turning on the left.
The wonderful Spanish lady who found him Please bring your discarded clothes,
took him to Pacos who managed to sew working small electrical appliances, or You can call us on 666 186 037 or email
him together and treat his life-threatening bric-a-brac to our superstore where you mazarronanimalmedi_aid@zoho.com
wounds. It was a lovely thing that the lady can also take a look around. We have
did as she has many dogs herself. Tyson some great furniture. We Are Here To Help
We wish you of the foundation of Lions Clubs service functions. However, this target was
all a much- International. passed by December 20th 2016, before
b e l a t e d the major year even began, so always
Happy New On June 7th 1917 a combination of small willing to accept a challenge, the target
Year. 2017 charity groups in Chicago Illinois USA was raised to 200 million service functions
is a special agreed to form the first Lions Club. By by the end of 2017. This includes the
year for 1939 there were 324690 members and spectacle recycling, building water wells,
all Lions clubs spread across the 19 countries. building schools and helping in cases of
worldwide as Today the organisation numbers 1.4 million earthquakes to name a few.
it is the 100th members in 200+ countries & territories.
Anniversary Our fund raising in this calendar year
For Mazarrn Bahia it is a year of extra began with the Table Top Sale held every
effort, Friday on Camposol B outside Oscars
To do our best to help needy people locally. Bar. We welcome ANY thing you want to
Respond to International major give, even the smallest things like jig saw
catastrophes. puzzles quickly raise funds.
Work on the major projects of the
International Group. 50s & 60s Night 18th March 7.30pm
This night of reminiscence will be held at
We work to help fund the completion this Shortys Diner, Camposol B.
year of The International Measles &
Rubella Inoculation Programme, where A Night of Music 7th June
its planned to inoculate 150 Million children This will be held at Hotel Playa Grande,
under 5 in developing countries. Every Puerto de Mazarrn with several artistes
2US$ we raise will be matched by 1US$ and groups performing.
from The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
and 1US$ from UKs Department for
International Development (DFID). When
combined with the inoculant at cost price
from the manufacturer (0.5$per dose) the
4US$ will see 8 children treated to help
save their sight and future health.
At the June 2014 annual convention Lions

worldwide were asked to try to reach
a goal in this 100th year of 100 million

We are pleased to say that our families course and we gratefully receive donations his speedy recovery so that we can once
have now all received sufficient clothing at our table top in Camposol. again go out into the community and visit
and bedding for the winter season. Thank all our families. In the meantime, we
you all for your donations. continue to supply a good quantity of food
and essentials to Father Carlos who has
many families to feed in this area. Please
help whenever you can.
Thank you and God bless you all.
Arthur & Marge 659 270 885/689 653

987
Email arthurlaws@hotmail.com
Email swaptearsforsmilesspain@
yahoo.com
www.swaptearsforsmiles.wix.com/
Arthur has at long last been put on the list swap-tears-4-smiles
for surgery. This should take place within w w w . f a c e b o o k . c o m /
We always need food and toiletries of the next couple of months. Please pray for swaptearsforsmiles-spain
New Life - New Hope us and yet amongst all the busyness of here would be our last move - there is new
What a wonderful year for the Almond our daily living, there is just something blossom appearing on our tree and life is
Blossom dont you think? Living in the missing. exciting, so for anyone reading this article
Spanish countryside can be a little quiet who may feel that you are living in the
at times, but it has its advantages when What are we working towards now wintertime of your life, I encourage you to
natures beauty manifests itself in all its you may be asking yourself? Weve consider the almond tree and how it grows.
glory. Some of our local trees have been done the retirement thing, so what
absolutely loaded with pink and white has the future, long term, got to hold New life and hope can come suddenly
blossom this year; I just had to take a for us? in the middle of winter.
few pictures to remind me of the bumper
blossom harvest and now we look forward The almond tree is different from other God bless you all.
to the almonds and I imagine the local trees which produce leaves then blossom
farmers are praying for a bumper harvest. and then fruit. Blossom appears first on
the leafless stems of the branches of the
Its great to see the prospects of a good almond tree. One minute the tree looks
harvest amidst the horrific damage caused dead and dried up in its wintry barren,
by the December floods and the January unfruitful condition, then suddenly life
snowfall. The pictures of crop devastation appears as if from nowhere. What seemed

in our province of Murcia were hard to dead now is alive and producing fruit
watch and the local farmers who were bearing blossom. It is a picture in nature
badly affected will probably take a good of what happens when we commit our lives
while to recover from the financial loss to Christ, [not religion], new life and fresh
they must have suffered. For many of us hope and purpose come alive within us. We
living and holidaying here on the Costa bear good fruit.
Clida it will mean some price rises and
some shortages, but in comparison to the
farmers who have lost everything, our pain
will be short lived.
Getting back to the almond blossom -
for me it is a sign of hope and life in the
middle of winter; a signal to us that better
times are ahead. Just looking at its beauty
makes me feel good and as a Christian,
it speaks to me about a new life in Christ
happening quickly in the midst of bad the
situations we can find ourselves in when
our lives seem meaningless and without
purpose. We may be feeling old and that
the best part of our lives has passed us
by, or that retirement has not brought the At the age of 65 my wife and I are about to
joy that for so many years we have looked embark on a life-changing journey to the
forward to and dreamed about! We may be other side of the world after 13 wonderful
totally enjoying our new life here on the years living in this beautiful area of Spain.
Costa Clida and fill every day with doing I have recently started writing my first
stuff. Its sometimes really hard to slow book which tells the story of our Spanish
down after so many working years behind adventure. We both thought that moving

Mothering Sunday is always held on the concerned at the commercialisation of 11 disciples and, sometimes, Jesus Christ.
fourth Sunday of Lent. It is exactly three the day, saying I wanted it to be a day
weeks before Easter Sunday and usually of sentiment, not profit. She also didnt In northern England and Scotland, people
falls in the second half of March or early like the selling of flowers and the use of like to have carlings, pancakes prepared
April. greetings cards which she described as a from steeped peas fried in butter,
poor excuse for the letter you are too lazy with pepper and salt. In some places
Mothering Sunday is a celebration of to write. Mothering Sunday was called Carling
mothers and the maternal bond, and Sunday. Sometimes furmety, wheat grains
traditionally children give flowers, presents In Britain, vicars daughter Constance boiled in sweet milk, sugared and spiced
and cards to their mothers and other Smith of Coddington, Nottingham was was also served.
maternal figures such as grandmothers, inspired by a 1913 newspaper report of
stepmothers and mothers-in-law. This Jarvis campaign and began a push for Traditionally, it is believed that bread
special day often turns into a family the day to be officially marked in England. was also freshly baked for mothers on
reunion and a chance for children working She founded the Mothering Sunday Mothering Sunday. Children would wake
away from home to spend time with their Movement and even wrote a booklet The early and get the bread in the oven so
mothers. Many used to pick flowers from Revival of Mothering Sunday in 1920. mums would wake to the beautiful aroma
the verges along the way to leave in the of fresh bread. Nowadays mums are either
church or hand to their mothers when taken out for a special dinner or a home-
they got home. cooked Sunday roast dinner is enjoyed by
the whole family.
Is it Mothering Sunday or Mothers

Day?
Mothering Sunday always falls on the
fourth Sunday of Lent.
Mothers Day is the American version and

many blame the USA for introducing the
name Mothers Day to Britain and turning
it into a commercial affair. Mothers Day is
usually held at the end of May in America
By 1938 Mothering Sunday had become and Germany. Mamans Day in France is
a popular celebration with Boy Scouts, reserved for the last Sunday in the month
Girl Guides and various parishes across of May. A family dinner is the norm and
It was Britain marking the day and communities traditionally the mother being honoured
American adopting the imported traditions of is presented with a cake that looks like a
s o c i a l American and Canadian soldiers during the bouquet of flowers.
a c t i v i s t war. By the 1950s it was being celebrated
Anna Jarvis throughout Britain and businesses realised Mothers Day in Spain is celebrated on the
( 1 8 6 4 - the commercial opportunities. first Sunday in May. Spaniards also pay

1948) from tribute to the Virgin Mary on December
Philadelphia Mothering Sunday Traditions 8th. The day includes religious celebrations
w h o Simnel cakes are associated with across the country.
campaigned Mothering Sunday. During Lent, people
for an did not eat sweet foods, rich foods or meat.
official day However, the fast was lifted on Mothering Throughout the area various Bars and
to honour Sunday and many people prepared a Restaurants are celebrating Mothering
mothers in Simnel cake to eat with their family on Sunday with special meals and Beauty
the US. She this day. This cake is a light fruit cake Clinics are offering special deals for Mums:
dedicated her life to lobbying for a special covered with a layer of marzipan and with
Mothering Sunday after swearing she a layer of marzipan baked into the middle
would do so after her mothers death. of the cake. They are decorated with 11
However, she became increasingly or 12 balls of marzipan, representing the


Continued from page 64 quickly.

Beauty by the Golf are offering the
You will find the usual high quality of
opportunity to win a Sunday Evening Roast
food and service at Shortys Diner
Dinner at the Golf Club, Camposol. Just
& Restaurant plus a little more on
purchase a gift voucher during March and
Mothers Day as they are offering a 3
you will receive automatic entry in to the
Course Sunday Lunch with coffee and
prize draw. Not only will you score a few
mints for 11.95 to help mums celebrate
brownie points with the gift voucher as a
their special day.
Mothers Day present, but you may also
be dining out free (Drinks not Included).
Enjoy the taste of home with a 3 course
traditional Sunday Roast at La Mariposa,
Mothers Day specials at The Beauty
Gebas for just 18 including a surprise
Palace include a 1 Hour Spa Session,
gift for the ladies. There is a free mini bus
Full Body Bamboo Massage and Wash &
available so you can enjoy the beautiful
Blow-Dry with Jordon for only 40, or a 1
mountain views on the journey there
Hour Spa Session, Indian Head Massage,
and back (spaces limited so be quick to
and Wash & Blow-Dry with Jordon for just
reserve).
28. Gift Vouchers are always available for
their wide range of other treatments.
If you prefer to try traditional Spanish
food, then the beautifully restored Castle,
Elliots at Bolnuevo will be serving their
Castillo del Pinar in Perin, is offering
usual excellent Sunday Roast at only 11
wine with canaps on arrival and a special
on Mothering Sunday with a special
3 course lunch followed by coffee and
gift for Mums. Make sure that you book
chocolates. The menu, which includes
early as these lunches get booked up very
unlimited wine, beer, soft drinks and water
is available at 22.
Enjoy a Mothering Sunday meal at La

Vuelta, El Alamillo. Carmen and Duncan
will make you very welcome and there will
be a small gift for Mum on 26th March.
TJ Electricals have a great range of

hairdryers, hair straighteners, foot spas
and other personal grooming products,
but if you cannot get inspiration for that
special present, they have gift vouchers
to purchase. What mum doesnt enjoy
shopping for herself, especially when
someone else is paying!
If you are looking for that beautiful long-

lasting plant for your special mum on
Mothering Sunday, call into Jardineria
El Milagro in Bolnuevo or Garden Center
2003 just off the motorway by Camposol.
Both also have a large selection of special
gifts to choose from including wall art,
photo frames and beautiful pots. You
really will be spoilt for choice.
Spoil Mum by paying for a special

treatment at The Salon, Camposol C.
They offer all beauty treatments from
nails to full body massage, including
facials, teeth whitening and all aspects of
hair dressing and colour treatment.
Yoga Shala Studio, Isla Plana are

offering special Mothering Sunday
vouchers for a wide range of classes
including yoga, meditation, tarot talks
and crystal workshops in their calm and
tranquil studio overlooking the sea. They
also offer alternative therapies including
Massage, Acupuncture, Reflexology and
Reiki.


Bi-lingual Evangelical Church in nothing. Feel free just to be yourself. but we must respond to His invitation by
Fuente Alamo believing. Many are looking for someone
I thought it might be a good idea this The services are conducted mostly in to give them security in an insecure world.
month to take a few moments to explain a Spanish, with a simultaneous translation Jesus will do that if we are prepared to
little about where we are and what we do. into English through individual headsets (a humble ourselves and follow the path He
bit like the UN!!). has chosen for us.
Our new church building is on the outskirts
of Fuente Alamo as you head out of town What is preventing you from inviting Jesus Sometimes we feel as though we
towards Cartagena. Our Sunday morning into your life? dont understand ourselves, but Gods
service lasts for about two hours, but you Do you feel that your life is too complex for understanding has no limit. If you
are free to arrive and leave whenever you God to understand? feel troubled and think that you dont
like. You will not be put under any pressure Do you feel that you have done too much understand yourself, remember that God
to do anything that you are uncomfortable wrong for Him to forgive? understands you perfectly. Take your mind
with. You will be made very welcome and off yourself and focus on Him. The more
invited to just sit and enjoy the love and God created the entire universe and he you learn about God, the better you will
joy that are a part of belonging to the created you. understand yourself.
family of God. Nothing is too difficult for Him.
He is alive today. Our Sunday morning services start at
Come and experience the wonderful His love, His mercy and His understanding 11.30am at Calle Espinar 13, Fuente
fellowship shared by many nationalities are far greater than any problem you will Alamo.
who love and seek to serve the same ever face. For more information telephone Rachel
Heavenly Father. Come and unburden They are beyond our comprehension. (English) on 618 963 976 or Pastors
whatever is weighing heavily on your Gins and Toi (Spanish) on 629 283 080
heart. Share your fears and concerns with Jesus invites you to begin living in a
people who care, or just sit quietly and do personal relationship with Him right now,
On February 4th a group of 28 of us visited the Septic Tanks arrived for lunch. John members of a family to different buyers,
Joss nursery in La Majada to buy bedding and Colette having travelled for 3 days and with no more compassion than if they had
plants. Almost all of us came away with nights especially to be there. been livestock.
more plants than we had intended to buy.
It was so hard to resist popping yet another Easy Walk and Darwin Day After a short pause for coffee, in came the
colourful plant into ones box. On 11th February, the threat of rain in the cake. Not quite big enough for 208 candles,
Espuas was enough to persuade the Easy so we made do with a representation
Back at the Bar Puente, Andrew Brown Rambling group to postpone their planned instead.
hosted a question and answer session. walk. No-one likes to walk in soggy boots,
There were many interesting questions right? Anyway, the inclement weather did
and Im sure we all learned something not put a damper on the annual Darwin
new. This was followed by a very good Day Celebrations (a day early this year)
lunch and lots of lively conversation. The and 16 Humanists sat down to a delicious
raffle raised over 50 which will go towards lunch at Restaurante El Mandola, near
the Lions Inoculate against Measles in the Aledo.
Third World programme.
January Walk
There were 24 walkers when The
Roundabout Kings (Mike & Allan) finally
joined the group just off the main Aguilas
to Lorca road. The board track meandered
its way up into the hills passed a scattering
of large private houses and friendly packs This was followed by a somewhat
of dogs. unorthodox version of Pass the Parcel,
involving a straw hat, false beard and a
At the top of the climb, there were pair of oven mitts. The winner receiving a
spectacular views down the coast, but small fossil. All good fun!
the walkers did not stay long as the wind
was icy. The walk continued on and down
through an area that had been a reserve, After postre, Annie Busch gave us a
but had been bulldozed flat. A water hole fascinating talk on Charles Darwins epic
for animals was half filled in. This was a voyage of discovery aboard The Beagle
good walk in a new area, thanks to Mike. 1831-36. Darwin was not a good sailor,
It was then back to Venta San Felipe for a but once on land he spent his time
different kind of lunch - no choice, but a observing animals, birds and insects,
great salad, which is not always the case whilst amassing huge collections of
these days, chicken noodle soup, pork or specimens, which he studied in minute
chicken, (Joan said Jim ate all the pork?), detail. In Brazil, he encountered the evils
not enough fried fish, but a choice of of slavery and was shocked by the callous
puddings - all for 10. Oh yes, Mary and actions of a plantation owner who sold off

Nationwide Protest Over Sad Fate Of MF, who had already been arrested in Compensation For Woman Suspended
Hunting Hounds Thailand for the rape of nine children after Without Pay For Wearing Hijab To Work
Thousands of animal-lovers gathered in winning their trust with money and gifts, An administration worker at Palma de
the streets to protest against hunting with appeared on the pictures found on a Dutch Mallorca airport has won her case against
hounds. They denounced the systematic computer making a heart sign with his her firm for refusing to let her wear her
abandoning of the dogs at the end of the hands whilst in the act of abusing the young hijab in the office. She had been subjected
season and the horrendous fate some of victims. He is said to have been an English to disciplinary action seven times, which
them face, especially when they are too old teacher in a UK school before he retired and mainly involved suspending her and docking
or slow to hunt any longer. during his career, abused several pupils. her pay for a day at a time.
Horrific and distressing sights of greyhounds MF even adopted a child and abused him, Between April and July 2016, she was
(galgos) and podencos hung from trees, but when he applied to adopt another in repeatedly sanctioned by the firm. After
or simply ditched in the countryside or on 1986, his request was turned down. He was wearing her hijab for just one day, she
the streets, have spurred many protests in also a Scout leader and is believed to have was informed in writing that staff were not
recent years, particularly as animal shelters abused at least 45 children in the last 30 or permitted to wear any item of clothing not
become overwhelmed as the hunting season 40 years. included in the personnel uniform catalogue,
ends and injured and abandoned hounds are but she wore it again the next day. She
found and brought to them. After being sentenced in the UK and having was sent home for refusing to comply with
Demonstrations were held in large towns jumped bail in Thailand, MF changed his company policy.
and cities all over the country, with animal name and sold his house, starting a new life
rescue centres heading up the marches and with a new identity in Spain. He has now In May, seeing that the situation had
encouraging their members, volunteers and been extradited to the UK. reached a deadlock, the employee requested
friends to join in. in writing that the company reconsider its
CAM Bank Widows Son-In-Law position concerning her hijab and announced
Podencos and galgos make excellent pets. Arrested Over Her Murder she would take legal action if it did not do so
With kindness and gentle handling, scared One of the sons-in-law of the CAM bank for breaching her fundamental rights whilst
and scarred hunting hounds trust, loyalty chairmans widow has been arrested in stressing that the conflict was causing her
and affection can be regained very quickly. connection with her sudden death inside serious stress and affecting her health.
her car two months ago. Married to the
Key Bank Of Spain Employees On Trial deceaseds youngest daughter, the accused The lady judge upheld her case and awarded
Over Bankia Flotation Resign holds a gun licence and practises target- her 4,491 in wages she did not receive
Manager Mariano Herrera, his right-hand shooting. because of the suspension, plus 7,892 for
man Pedro Comn and inspector Pedro emotional damage.
Gonzlez have stood down to protect the Mara del Carmen Martnez, 72, was shot
Bank of Spains interests while the inquiry at close range on the forecourt of Novocar, Charging For Carrier Bags To Be
is open. the motor dealership in Alicante owned by Mandatory From 2018
the family empire. She had gone to pick All shops in Spain will be required by law to
Former deputy manager Fernando Restoy, up her Porsche Cayenne after a service charge a minimum of five cents for plastic
ex-governor Miguel ngel Fernndez and was due to meet her notary later for carrier bags. Free plastic bags will be banned
Ordez, and ex-chairman of the National issues in connection with the network of from January 1st 2018 in an attempt to cut
Markets and Values Commission (CNMV), companies she owned after the death of their use, in line with the European Directive
Julio Segura, have also been named in the her husband, Vicente Sala, who used to be of 2015 which all member States are obliged
case, along with two other existing key head of the now-defunct Caja de Ahorros del to apply progressively.
employees Javier Arstegui and Jernimo Mediterrneo (CAM). In Spain alone in the year 2014, a total of 4.7
Martnez. tonnes of plastic bags of the denser, more

Spanish Lorry Driver Caught Trafficking resistant type were manufactured - around
Despite repeated warnings by the Bank Migrants 158 million of them - showing consumers
of Spains investigation team about how A lorry driver from Spain has been arrested are tending to opt for stronger and larger
the State-owned Bankia was not a viable in The Netherlands on suspicion of human carrier bags if they have to pay, but prices
flotation proposition and that launching trafficking after nine Asian migrants were are set to rise on these almost threefold,
on the stock market would cause serious found in a refrigeration unit in his container. since the maximum shops can charge for
financial damage to its shareholders and Six Vietnamese men and three women and them is 30 cents.
contributors - to the tune of 15 billion - the three Iraqi men were hidden in the fridge.
Bank of Spain bosses under scrutiny still One of them called the police as they were Very lightweight bags will continue to be
authorised the move. frightened of dying from hypothermia. free of charge where they are necessary for
hygiene or food conservation reasons, such
Woman Who Found And Kept 900 In The driver was aware of their presence as those used for fruit and vegetables and
Cash Arrested and it is believed the migrants had paid him from the fish, meat and cheese counters.
A 69-year-old woman who found 900 in huge sums of money for the journey.
cash on the floor of a cashpoint booth and It is believed their
kept it has been arrested and charged with final destination may
theft. have been the UK, but
A man had lost it having withdrawn it, the lorry had not been
placed it in a plastic bag and then dropped authorised to pass
it without noticing. CCTV footage showed through customs at
a woman leaving the premises with it. She the British border.
told the police she had picked it up intending
to give it back to the man who dropped it,
or hand it in.
Paedophile Arrested In Santa Pola

A 70 year old British man accused of sexual
assaults on over 30 children in the UK and
Thailand has been arrested in Santa Pola.

Expomed Salud in mind that health and personal care opticians and patient associations.
The IFEPA in Torre Pacheco will be have become increasingly important to
hosting the Expomed Salud fair from people. Those organising activities and If you are interested in partaking or having
17th to 19th March. It promises to be a the exhibitors are aiming to include all a stall at this exhibition you can contact
huge showcase exhibition dedicated to all age ranges; children, adults and older the organisers directly on (0034) 968
facets of health and well-being. A wide people. 336 383 or via email at laureanomm@
range of public and private entities have ifepa.es
been collaborating for many months to A variety of activities providing information www.expomedsalud.es
make this event the biggest display for are planned, including conferences
healthy living in the region. The managing and discussions at which prestigious
director of the IFEPA, Antonio Miras, professionals and representatives linked
has no doubts that this first exhibition to the health sector will share interesting
on Mediterranean healthy lifestyle and knowledge and experiences with the aim
Ecological Products will be a total success of promoting and informing the public
based on the expectations that have been about the latest advances in treatments.
created thus far. Likewise, sports demonstrations are
planned in which the visiting public can
It is expected that this event will gather also participate. There will be tastings of
momentum each year and attract a variety of food and ecological products,
companies and professions linked plus various exhibitions aimed at providing
to all areas of well-being including information about disease prevention and
medicine, new health therapies, sports, improving the quality of life.
healthy eating and nutrition, cosmetics,
health tourism, bio-construction and Although this is the first fair of this kind
sustainability, creative leisure, and in the IFEPA a large turnout is expected
mindfulness, amongst others. It is as evidenced by interest from a large
anticipated that it will become a focal number of companies in the sector plus
point for people in the Murcia region and other social groups. Families, individuals,
neighbouring provinces to learn about schools, neighbourhood associations and
existing healthy products and discover womens centres have all been targeted
new ways to lead a healthier life, bearing and there are going to be more than a
hundred exhibitors.
Apart from
large companies
involved in the
different sectors
of the fair, other
sponsors include
the Department of
Health, Education
and Social Policy
and numerous
scientific societies
and professions
such as doctors,
physiotherapists,


Now that the bad weather, floods, snow more, please contact mabsmurciapr@ Lozano, Torre de la Horadada. 3 Courses
and cold winds have hopefully abated, we hotmail.com for 10.95 per person. 1.30pm for 2pm.
can all start to look ahead to Spring. MABS Please book with Tracey at info@
did not escape unaffected, with flooding MABS Road Show Presentation to restaurantlagamba.com or telephone
in both San Javier and Mazarrn medical Volunteers 965 020 205
equipment storage rooms in December. MABS Volunteers took in a draft
Fortunately with help from Volunteers presentation of the MABS Road Show April Dates:
swabbing out the flooded storage areas and on Wednesday 1st February. The MABS Grand National Race Afternoon
the purchase of a de-humidifier, damage to Murcia Region Director, John Frame, Saturday 8th
equipment was kept to a minimum. After gave the detailed presentation to Venue: Time Out Sports Bar, San Javier.
that of course, came the snow in January volunteers as a rehearsal for the Road 1.30pm. Cost to be advised. Table Booking
and then we had a MABS vehicle stuck in Show. The presentation covers everything Essential. Contact 968 192 418
snow in Calasparra! The MABS car with about MABS, from its beginning to where
driver and patient was rescued by a friend it is now and what it does, for whom, when Ladies Lunch Tuesday 18th
of the driver who had a four wheel drive and where MABS operates in Spain. Venue: La Gamba Restaurant, Torre de
vehicle. Thank you to all who went out of la Horadada. Cost to be advised. Table
their way to aid us in what were difficult Booking Essential.
times. Contact 965 020 205
MABS Murcia Road Show Wednesday Fashion Show Tuesday 25th

15th March Venue: Las Claras Centre. 2pm for 2.30pm
Slide and Short Videos Presentation start. Tickets
MABS Cancer Support Group, Murcia 3 available at MABS Centre, Los
Region will be explaining who and what Alcazares or on the door. Good Quality
they are, how they operate and where we Ladies Clothes, Bags, Shoes and Jewellery.
are based. The presentation takes about Raffle for MABS.
1 hour and there will be a questions and
answers session after the presentation. May Dates:
Venue: Las Claras Centro Municipal, c/e Race For Life Sunday 7th
Helena, Urbanizacin Oasis, Los Narejos, Information to follow shortly.
Los Alcazares, Murcia. 12pm-1pm. There
is an adjacent Bar/Restaurant (Las Claras) MABS Cancer Support Group Wearing Ladies Lunch Tuesday 16th
available for refreshments. Why not take Bracelets to Mark World Cancer Day. Auction at La Zona Bar. Goods in from
an hour out and come along to see and A group of MABS Volunteers marked 11am-1pm. Viewing 1pm-3pm. Auction
listen? World Cancer Day by wearing their Purple commences at 3pm. Cost per item 4/3
There will also be a free raffle for a voucher Bracelets, whilst on a Coach Trip outing to items 10. Items sold over 20 10%
of 20 to spend in the MABS shop in San Orihuela, on Saturday 4th February, to raise commission payable.
Javier. awareness in the public eye.
June Dates
For a map of the location, please email BBQ and Entertainment Friday 2nd
mabsmurciapr@hotmail.com Venue: Casa Bernie, Los Urrutias. 7pm for
7.30pm
MABS would be delighted to give this Road Further information nearer the date.
Show for any Association or Organisation

at a venue of their choice. To find out White Night Saturday 17th
Venue: La Finca, La Manga.
More details to follow.
Ladies Day at Ascot Thursday 22nd

Venue: Time Out Bar. Prizes for best hat
and best overall outfit.
Time and cost to be advised later.

March Events
Eddy Allen Golf Day & Presentation September Dates
Dinner Thursday 16th Party In The Park Sunday 24th
Venue: Campbells Restaurant, Avenida Venue: Roda.
Marques de Rozalejos, Roda. Further details to follow.
Anyone interested in taking part in the Golf
Day, please contact Mike on 696 096 042. More events are in the pipeline for the
Cost of Dinner is 8.50 per person. latter part of the year and these will added
as soon as we have confirmed dates and
prices etc.
Race Afternoon Friday 17th
Venue: Time Out Sports Bar, Avenida La
Union 80, San Javier. 1.30pm until 6pm. 6
races for 6, Raffle, Special Meal Deals on
the day. Table booking essential.
Call 968 192 418
Ladies Lunch Tuesday 21st

Venue: La Gamba Restaurant, Av. Snchez

Balsicas Wednesday 15th March - 5pm Funfair for

Friday March 3rd - Balsicas Fiesta Children Saturday 11th March 12.15pm Free
Commission carnival, bouncy castle Guided Boat Trip From La Manga del
and other entertaining childrens Thursday 16th March - 10pm Comedian Mar Menor to Santiago de la Ribera - In
activities. Jorge Garcia @ Civic Centre Spanish.
Saturday March 4th - The Balsicas Fiesta Friday 17th March - 11pm Night of Music Saturday 11th March Tour of Santiago
Commission Annual Tapas Route - DJ Vicente and Smile de La Ribera in 1000 Steps, in Spanish.
11am from Tourist Office in Santiago de la
Cartagena Saturday 18th March - 6pm Procession of Ribera. Booking essential.
www.cartagena.es Floats - 11pm Band Panther & Concert
Tel 968 128 800 Market Mon with David Civera Saturday 11th March 12pm Bilingual
1st 5th March 10am-6pm Superbikes Story Telling - Fairy Tales in English
Pro-Test @ Cartagena Speed Circuit. Free Sunday 19th March - 11pm Grand The Town Musicians of Bremen @ The
entry. Firework Display Municipal Library
Sunday 5th & 12th March Imperial Saturday 25th March - 7pm Music Festival Saturday 25th March - 12pm Bilingual
Citizens Family Activity in Spanish - Potato, Radioactive Kids, Le Grand, Story Telling Fairy Tales in English The
11.30am from Roman Theatre 13 Mircoles, Greskand, Rollbank, Chulo Wolf and the Seven Young Goats @ The
Delgado, Traspi. Municipal Library
Until Friday 10th March - Art Exhibition by
Pedro Juan Rabal @ Muralla Bizantina San Pedro del Pinatar Torre Pacheco
www.sanpedroturismo.com www.torrepacheco.es
Saturday 11th March 9pm Family Magic Tel 968 182 301 Market Thurs Tel 968 579 937
with Chequin @ Auditorio El Batel 12 Saturday 11th March 5.30pm Carnival
San Javier Parade
Sunday 12th March 7.30pm Symphonic www.murciaturisticasanjavier
Rhapsody of Queen 40 artistes and One Tel 968 172 041 Market Thurs 17th to 19th March - IFEPA in Torre Pacheco
World Symphony Rochestra @ Auditorio El Saturday 4th March - Santiago De La will be hosting the Expomed Salud.
Batel 35/32/27 Ribera II National Brass Band Contest
During the Santiago de La Ribera Friday 24th March 9.30pm Pisando Mas
Sunday 26th March Free Guided Tour of Carnival the San Javier Youth Council is Fuerte @ CAES 10
Military Instillations in Spanish 10.30am also organising the II National Brass Band
from Tourist Office Competition on at the
Carpa del Carnaval
El Algar next to the beach.
Saturday 4th March 9.30pm Night of This year there will
Tango, Music, Poetry & Dance @ Teatro be three great prizes
Circo Apolo in Spanish. Tickets from 10 of 3rd prize 300, 2nd
prize of 500 and 1st
Saturday 11th March 9.30pm Xavier prize of 700
Deltell (childrens musical theatre) in The competition will
Spanish @ Teatro Circo Apolo 10 begin at 9pm with the

participating brass
La Union bands involved in
www.ayto-launion.com the carnival parade.
Tel 868 049 941/692 925 970 Market Each band will leave
Tues from different points
in Santiago de la
Los Alcazares Ribera ending up at
Thursday 30th March 8pm Swan Lake @ the Carnival tent. The
Las Velas Cinema 10 gala contest of Brass
Bands begins at
Roldan 10.30pm. Facebook:
3rd March to 19th March Fiesta Consejo Juventud
Check out the Roldan Commission facebook San Javier
page.
Saturday 4th March
Saturday 4th March - 10.30pm The Kacike 9pm Music
Showband and election of the Fiesta Charangas
Queen. parade which ends
up at Civic Centre,
Sunday 5th March - 10am Motorbike Rally Santiago de la
with competitions and prizes. Ribera. Party, prizes
and fancy dress.
Friday 10th March - 5pm-Midnight Events
for Children, games, ballet, zumba, fancy Wednesday 8th March
dress, pantomime & magic show. - Free Guided Boat
Trip From La Manga
Sunday 12th March - 2pm Paella Cooking del Mar Menor to
Competition - 4pm Musical by The Santiago de la Ribera
Happys and Antonio Hidalgo - In English.

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Indent and LG where there has been damage in our body. centrifugation of the patients own blood,
Dental. non-toxic, free of chemical additions
Stimulation The first growth factor was discovered by Dr and rich in platelets, leukocytes, growth
of the healing Rita Levi Montalcini in 1948 and the second by factors and cells known as stem cells.
process using her colleague Stanley Cohen in 1952. They These are covered by a protein mesh called
platelets rich in were awarded the Nobel Prize for Medicine in fibrin that functions as a dosage dispenser
growth factors. 1986. of the growth factors as it controls their
N o - o n e There are numerous slow release in the area of the wound. It is
is surprised anymore by the amazing scientific papers important to emphasize that the presence
developments that medicine and technology that support the use of leukocytes in the fibrin mesh regulate
have brought to our lives. Today tissue-bio- of different platelet the inflammation process, in addition to
engineering is a very powerful therapeutic concentrates for protecting the patient from post-operative
tool available to dentists and dental surgeons the stimulation infections. This ensures a faster and more
for their patients. Growth factors are proteins of healing. In comfortable recovery for the patient.
present in the blood, more specifically in dentistry, we can
plasma and platelets, which generate a series speak of a new The PRF are part
of phenomena that stimulate the proliferation generation of these of the therapeutic
and differentiation of cells in the formation of concentrates called tools that Indent
new blood vessels. In addition, this produces Platelets Rich and LG Dental
make available
to their patients
and combine with
other treatments
to stimulate
healing. They can
be used for bone
regeneration for
soft tissue grafts
and implants, etc. by stimulating the healing
of those procedures and giving more safety
and comfort to the patient.
The process of obtaining the PRF is quite

simple. It only requires a sample of
the patients blood which is subjected
to centrifugation in order to obtain the
preparation rich in platelets and fibrin. A
resistant membrane is obtained from the
preparation, with all the concentrated PRF
ready to be placed on the surgical zone.
This has several advantages:

1. It is autologous; it is obtained from
the patients own blood, so there is
no risk of disease transmission or

rejection.
2. It is completely harmless and does
not contain any chemical additives.
It can be considered as an optimised
natural blood clot.
3. It is simple and inexpensive, making it
accessible to all patients.
As a final note, we
can say that we
can use the healing
m e c h a n i s m s
present in the
patients own
blood in a strategic
way. By obtaining
a material that,
in contact with
the operated
area, stimulates
rapid healing,
this significantly
reduces inflammation and the probability of
infection. In all, it gives our patients better
results after their surgery.
If you want more information about this and

other treatments we will be delighted to assist
you in any of our clinics.

Spring is Finally Here The ski station usually has a wonderful Valencia Fallas is coming up on March 18th.
This has been a hard cold winter, but now amount of natural snow during the season, Lorca will celebrate their incredible Easter
the almond flowers are in full bloom, the which will last until about April 30th. They Processions on Maundy Thursday and Good
fields are covered in lovely wild flowers, have many snow making machines if there Friday, April 13th and 14th. Dragontours can
yellow, purple and red and we can imagine is insufficient natural snow so that skiing is organise your reserved seat for this amazing
lovely warm evenings to come. guaranteed. Accommodation can be found show and a coach for Good Friday.
either in one of the 4* hotels right at the
Firstly I would like to say to all of you snow centre of everything, or in a self-catering April 18th we will go to Murcia for their
junkies (are there any of you out there?) apartment. Dragontours can help you rent Spring Festival/ Bando de la Huerta;
that I have just returned from a weekend of your equipment and organize skiing passes colour, flowers and great food.
skiing at the amazing Sierra Nevada Resort. and courses with highly qualified English
speaking instructors. Dont forget you can April 25th we will visit Jumilla for a Winery
also sort out your skiing insurance with us. Tour and Tasting and a walk around the
You might choose to stay in Granada itself city.
and combine a day or two of skiing with
sight-seeing in one of the most beautiful May 2nd we have our annual trip to enjoy the
cities in not only Spain but the world. You famous Wine Horse Festival in Caravaca
can count on Dragontours for all your de la Cruz 2017 is Jubilee year.
accommodation needs as well as for a guided
tour of the Alhambra Palace, Flamenco show, May 17th Coach Tour of Almeria and their
mini-bus tour of the Albayzin (old Moorish recently opened Civil War Shelters which
quarter) and many more activities. lie under nearly the whole city. Come along
and learn a bit more of this dark moment in
Formula 1 May 12th - 14th Spanish history.
All who are in love with Formula 1 racing have
I guarantee any of you who have ever skied, a date at Montmel, just north of Barcelona. June 7th to the Pirate Island for a day of
or been on a snowy slope wishing they could, Let Dragontours sort out flights or train to beaching, snorkelling and relaxation.
you will love Sierra Nevada. From our area Barcelona, accommodation in the centre of
of Spain it is just a short and easy 3 hour Barcelona and transfers to the track, as well Contact Dragontours for all your travel
drive; mostly motorway, then a winding as entrances to the races either Pelouse needs.
highway the highest in Europe! - will or in one of the Grandstands so you can Tel 968 199 021
take you to the magnificent snow-covered enjoy your favourite sport hassle-free. Email info@dragontours.net
mountains. Camposol A
One of our favourite day trips, to the See you soon!

W i n s t o n Rosie is almost a year old. She and her Please find it in your heart to offer
is a lovely, sister were abandoned next to a bin. Rosie Winston, Rosie, Fozzie or any one of our
middle aged is the little one in the bed. lovely woofers their forever home; they so
gentleman. deserve it!
He weighs Fozzie is about 2 years old he is a
approximately peoples dog, loves attention and would Fosterers
40 kilos and benefit from being the only dog in the We desperately need people who are
at a guess is household. He walks well off the lead, able to foster kittens or puppies in their
part Pointer. keeps eye contact with his person and homes, often at short notice. We also need
We think he is doesnt stray. He is a happy little boy who fosterers able to take in adult dogs who
about 6 or 7 just wants to be loved!! Approx 35cm to arent coping well in kennels.
years old. He the shoulder. Ready to travel nationally or
enjoys human internationally. Volunteers
company and just wants to have his own We are always looking for volunteers to
person to love. help out with the animals - for dog walking,
feeding and/or playing and grooming.
Please contact Lorna by email at lorna@

sananimal.org or whatsapp 676 276
199 or Sandra at Sparker@t2training.
co.uk or 655 807 080
The Tomato Festival production. After being given the green allowed to leave unless they took a bag of
The tomato festival in the Valencian town of light to collect as many as we wanted, tomatoes home with them.
Buol is well known throughout the world we arrived home to find that we had over
as the Tomatina, the tomato throwing 30kg of tomatoes; green ones, cherry At the time of writing, I still have a few
event held towards the end of August each ones, salad ones and enormous ones! The kilos left and I know I only have a few days
year. only problem we had then was what to do left to process them before they are past
with them all. their best. After searching on the internet
In January I found myself in the middle of for more tomato flavoured ideas, I have
a different sort of tomato festival after a We set up a tomato processing line to decided to make a batch of tomato jam
walk in the campo, when Davd and I saw clean, dry and cook them into as many with the rest.
a farmer tipping tonnes of perfectly good recipes as we could think of. As grater-in-
tomatoes onto the ground due to over chief I set about making tomate rallado If that doesnt finish them off - well, there
for tostada and we quickly saw off several is a plan B. After Davd threatened to go
kilos of the squishier ones. back for another car load, I have decided
After peeling several kilos of tomatoes, that the people of Buol have the right
the Spanish Masterchef set about making idea. If he brings another 30kg to my
soup using his food processor, whilst I house Ill be having my own Tomatina and
went with the easy option and left them chucking the lot at him!
in the slow cooker overnight with vinegar,
brown sugar, spices and onion. We woke Liz Edmiston
to the most delicious treacly chutney and OwnersAway Property Rentals &
Sunday saw me peel another 4 kilos for Management
pasta sauce, which we then froze. Tel 691 977 107
info@ownersaway.com
Supper that night started with Fried Green www.ownersaway.com
Tomatoes and crusty bread, which my
elder son liked so much he repeated the
dish for breakfast the next day! Getting
so much veg into the boys was an added
bonus!
Our traditional English chutney went

down well in Cartagena, making a great
accompaniment to strong hard Spanish
cheeses and ham.
However by Wednesday, the kids refused

to eat anything else tomato flavoured and
any staff that came to the office werent


Dear Editor We have also received a number of to everyone, all of which were gratefully
We would like to say a big thank you to donations of both food and money for food, received.
everyone who supported HP/Help People, which will enable us to continue the work
Homeless and Poor, over the last year. for some time to come. Warm clothing and Due to ill health, we missed the deadline
With help from a number of businesses bedding are important at this time of year, for the previous edition of the Costa
and many individuals, we have been able with the cold nights. Many of these families Clida Chronicle but wish to repeat our
to maintain our work of providing food do not have heating in their homes, so thanks to everyone.
and other essentials to a number of poor warm clothing is a major requirement that
families with little or no income. we have been able to meet. The Harlequins Rock Choir has indicated
that they would like to do another concert
A special thank you to The Harlequins As a result of the generosity of many for us later in the year and we look forward
Rock Choir, for their concert, at Marianos, people, over the Christmas period, as to that.
in October, where we collected a mountain well as extra items of food and clothing,
of food for distribution. we were able to give Christmas presents Joy & John Sloman
Five Common Situations In Spain That correct type of license. Of the small years old.
Can Only Be Resolved Retrospectively percentage of pools that do have a
Spanish building licences are notoriously license, most often they are missing the * In Almeria area, the building work
difficult; painstakingly slow to obtain and Certificate by the Architect to sign off needs to be over 6 years old.
you can never be sure if they might be on completion. Nowadays a Certificate * In Alicante area, the building work
rejected. Here are 5 common situations of Antiquity is the only document that needs to be over 4 years old, before
that can only be resolved using a simple can be used in order to add a pool 20th August 2014.
Certificate of Antiquity/Retrospective into the propertys Escritura Title
Licence. Deeds. A Building Licence alone is not Only building work that hasnt been fined
sufficient. or objected to can use a Certificate of
1. Planning Laws for detached properties Antiquity to protect against any future
making garages, permanent carports, 4. Any shed, exterior built cupboard, fines.
or any kind of roofed buildings that semi-opened kitchen and other Only properly qualified and registered
are violating the minimum required covered buildings or works such as a Spanish Architects are permitted to issue
distance to the plots boundaries is a carport, must have a proper Major Retrospective Licences, so if your solicitors
reason to decline a license. National Licence, Licencia Mayor, if the interior are studying your case, ask them to
planning laws for detached properties height measures over 1.5 metres. This contact Martinez de la Casa Architects
require a minimum distance between means the paperwork and legal fees for to provide the Antiquity Certificate and
a window and a neighbours boundary obtaining a licence can well exceed the we will make the whole process easier,
of 2 metres. Regional and local laws cost of actually doing the building work faster and cheaper with our fixed published
may allow between 3 to even 5 metres itself. One Certificate of Antiquity/ prices and guaranteed deadlines.
or more. There are many variables Retrospective Licence is enough to
depending on different factors. A cover all the extensions done, on any The cost of an Antiquity Certificate/
Certificate of Antiquity is the only scale. Retrospective Licence for pools is

document that can avoid previous 5. Underbuilds with living accommodation 190 +IVA and extensions or complete
works being objected to by the planning are rarely done with the correct licences properties only 270 +IVA. Discounts
department at the Town Hall. and again, these can only be added to are available if you also require an Energy
the Title Deeds using a Retrospective Performance Certificate (121 IVA Inc.),
2. Most glass or bricked enclosed terraces Habitation Licence (from 118 IVA
and porches are built without a proper Licence. A Certificate of Antiquity/
Retrospective Licence is the only Included, Registration Tax not included)
licence. Spanish properties traditionally or any other of our services, done at the
tend to have patios and courtyards, document that can prevent prosecution
for any interior alterations done at the same time.
along with semi-opened spaces like
porches and partially covered terraces property or alterations that dont meet
the planning standards. If you want to have YOUR Retrospective
to provide shelter from the sun and Licence/Antiquity Certificate for your
maximise on the outdoor lifestyle. In all those scenarios the document needed extension or pool now, in accordance with
These semi-opened spaces are easily is a Certificate of Antiquity also known present laws and protect against possible
closed-in, but the bureaucracy is not as a Retrospective Licence. Once issued, future changes in the laws that may affect
as easy. These works, however small this document acts as licence, protecting you, Martinez de la Casa Architects will
you might consider them, are adding the owner against possible sanctions from arrange an appointment and guarantee the
to the registered square metres of the the Town Hall. It is highly recommended delivery of the Certificate of Antiquity
property and often permissions are to avoid putting off potential buyers due within 10 working days after our survey.
declined. A Certificate of Antiquity to the existence of illegal extensions in
is the only document that can make the property. It will also be needed on
these works accepted by the planning completion of the sale in order to update For all enquiries, or to arrange an
department at the Town Hall and can the propertys description in Title Deeds & appointment if you want to have your pool
also be used for updating the Title Land Registry. or extension certificate now and protect
Deeds. yourself against future law changes that
3. Rarely do we find a swimming pool * In Murcia area, the conditions in may affect you, please call 665 810 411
that has been correctly declared in order to obtain a Retrospective or visit www.martinezdelacasa.com to
the propertys Title Deeds or have the Licence is that the building work see an impressive list of nearly 200 clients
already done is a minimum of 4 testimonials.


How Do You See Yourself? us? He doesnt see our short-comings, you have access to Christs abundant
Spring is an exciting time of year. The cold failures or insignificance. In fact, you will life; His health, provision, joy, peace and
weather comes to an end and the promise never hear God say to you that you are a comfort. All we have to do is receive this
of summer can be seen all around. Have nobody, you are worthless, you are small free gift of salvation.
you ever walked round a garden and seen or insignificant, or you are just another fish
those first green shoots emerging from the in the sea. No matter how you feel about yourself
soil? right now, take comfort in the fact that God
No, never my friend! Because to God you sees you differently. He sees the boldness,
What do you see? A little green stem, or are the most wonderful, beautiful, valuable love, strength, kindness and glory that He
do you excitedly see that vibrant tulip or treasure on this earth. In fact, you are so has placed on the inside of you. Instead
glorious daffodil in your minds eye? significant to God that He sent His Son of looking at yourself in a mirror, look at
Jesus to die on the cross to pay the price yourself through the eyes of Jesus and you
A shoot is small and insignificant compared for your sin. will quickly grow from that little shoot into
to the rest of the garden and yet we get the glorious plant that God created you to
so excited because we dont see the green He has removed your guilt and shame and be.
shoot; we see the beautiful flower that is through the power of Christs resurrection
to come. has made you perfect. You now have If you want to find out more, please visit
access to the throne room of God as www.reigninlife.co.uk
Did you know, that is how God looks at Christs spotless bride. As a child of God
Well now know that a male donkey is known as a either!! I would love to hear from you. All
there is Jack and a female as a Jenny? Good quiz our donkeys stories are on our FB page,
definitely question! Donkeys are also called Burros so take a look.
l e s s and Asses and are part of the equine
testosterone family which also includes horses and We are in
flying around zebras. Donkeys are not too fussy who urgent need
the place, they breed with and some of their offspring of help in
which makes are zebroid, zedonk, zonkey or hinny and both our
everything of course mule the most familiar to us. Mazarrn and
a little more There are so many interesting facts about Roldan shops.
tranquilo donkeys. I love them all and once they are Unfortunately
here at here at AAR they get all the attention they if we dont get
A A R ! ! need, but we do need to move them on. more hands
All male on the deck
donkeys at One very we will have
AAR are special boy to close. We
castrated is Curro who have a few key
as there are enough of these beautiful came to us volunteers
animals abandoned and of course in theory last October that keep

it makes them calmer and quieter. Did you having been the shops
abandoned afloat, but
and surviving we need help
on red guys. If you
peppers. He is can spare 4
approximately hours a week and above all are reliable,
5 years then please contact me on 690 906 565
old and is or PM me. The shops are a crucial part
a fantastic of the funding to keep AAR afloat, so it is
specimen of important that we have more volunteers.
a donkey.
His bags are As usual I will be on Camposol B Car Park
packed and every Monday from 11.30am-1.30pm. We
he is ready to will gratefully receive unwanted clothes,
start a new bric-a-brac, books and household items
life along with and I will be happy to bring you up to date
Mr Gray, who with any of our rescues. I usually have
survived the some of our rescue dogs with me, who
most horrific injuries to his rear legs. He is are up for rehoming. Alternatively you
now all healed and in great health. We also can drop donations of at either of our two
have 2 little ponies, Rafael and Rubio. shops in Roldan or Mazarrn Town between
Rafael is a little different, but such a super 10.30am and 1.30pm.
boy. He was attacked and lost his upper
lip which makes him look as though he is Andrea x
smiling! Both ponies are little darlings, but
they need homes. It doesnt have to be in
Spain, but not the other side of the world


Name Location Price Courses Starters Main Dessert Drink Coffee Available
Bar Yan Calasparra 6,50 3 4 14 yes 1 drink or dessert Mon-Fri
Bombay Calasparra 10,00 3 5 any main yes no no Everyday

Calasparra
Cafe El Alamillo 10,00 salad + 3 4 4 yes 1 drink yes Tues-Sat
Buenavista
Curry Mahal Puerto de From 3 4 chicken/ no 1 drink no Everyday
Mazarrn 5.95 beef
El Castillo del Perin 15 ( 16 5 4 Fixed yes yes yes Tues-Sun

Pinar on Sun)
El Muelle de la Puerto de 12,00 3 3 3 yes 1 drink yes Tues-Sun
Bahia Mazarrn
Elliots Bolnuevo 9,50 3 5 5 yes no yes Mon-Sat
Keops Tercia, La From 12 3 CHOICE OF 5 SET MENUS btle wine yes Tue-Sun
Restaurante Hoya AVAILABLE
La Chara Isla Plana 9,50 3 4 4 yes 1 drink or dessert Tue-Sat
La Mariposa Gebas 9,00 4 4 4 yes no yes exc Weds &

Sun
La Vuelta El Alamillo, Pto 10,00 salad+3 3 3 yes 1 drink or dessert Tues-Sat
Mazarrn
Piccolo Camposol B 9,95 salad +2 4 4 no 1 drink no Everyday
Quality Indian Camposol B 9,95 2 5 any main no no no Everyday
Spice Villa Camposol B From 3 5 chicken/ no yes no Everyday

5,95 lamb
Totana Tennis Totana 9,00 salad + 3 4 3 yes 1 drink yes Mon-Fri
Club
Viggos Puerto de 10,00 4 3 3 yes 1 drink or dessert Mon-Sat
Mazarrn

Every Day Indoor & Outdoor Market Between Mazarrn Country Club & Garden Centre 10am-2pm
Guided Tour Of The Historic City of Lorca 3 12.30pm (Mon-Fri)
Breakfasts @ Lizs Caf, Camposol B (from 9am)

Breakfasts @ Skye Bar and Pizzeria, Condado de Alhama 10am-12pm
Afternoon Teas @ Skye Bar and Pizzeria, Condado de Alhama 2-6pm
Early Bird Menu @ Curry Mahal, Pto de Mazarrn from 9.95 6-8pm
Menu del Noche @ Bombay Indian, Calasparra 12
Earlybird Menu @ Spice Villa, Camposol B 12.50 inc btle wine for 2 6-8pm
Earlybird Menu @ Quality Indian, Camposol B 12.95 6-8pm
4 Course Menu del Noche @ Curry Mahal, Pto de Mazarrn from 9.95
3 Course Menu del Noche @ Elliots, Bolnuevo (exc Sunday) 16
Every Mon Overnight Accommodation/Breakfast/Steak Meal @ La Mariposa, Gebas

59 (during March)
Mazarrn Bay Bridge Club @ Pto de Mazarrn 9.30am
Los Palacios Garden & Community Group Working Party @ Camposol A 10am
Yoga with Lisa @ Yoga Shala Studio, Isla Plana 10.30am
Ladies Chatterbox Sew and Sew @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 2.15pm
Yoga with Lisa in Spanish @ Yoga Shala Studio, Isla Plana 8.30pm
Forget me Not Respite Care @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 10.30am-1.30pm

Andreas Animal Rescue Collection @ Car Park, Camposol B 11.30am-1.30pm
Every Tue Overnight Accommodation/Breakfast/Steak Meal @ La Mariposa, Gebas

59 (during March)
Camposol B Clean Working Party @ Commercial Centre, Camposol B 8.30-10.30am
Camposol D Sector Community Group Working Party @ Camposol D
Craft Market @ La Vuelta, El Alamillo from 10am
Mazarrn Bowls Club Roll Up Day 10am
Reiki Tasters @ Yoga Shala Studio, Isla Plana 3.30pm
Guitar Group @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 4-7pm
Reiki Share @ Yoga Shala Studio, Isla Plana 5pm
English/Spanish Language Exchange @ Isla Plana Social Centre 6-9pm
MAMAS Collection/Book Stall @ Camposol B Car Park 10am-12pm

FAST Available for New Volunteers @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 11am
Making a Difference for Collections @ Camposol A 11am-1pm
Every Wed Mar Menor Golf Society Competition

Camposol C Gardening Group Clean Up @ Camposol C 9am
Spanish Lessons for Beginners @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 10am

SAMM International One Metre Club 11am
Spanish Lessons - Intermediate @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 11am
Masquerade Musicals Rehearsal @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 4pm
Mazarrn AA Group @ Meeting Room adjacent to Caada de Gallego Church 5.30pm
Tai Chi @ Caf Buenavista, Pto de Mazarrn 5pm
Line Dancing for Beginners @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 7pm
Beacon of Light Meetings @ Caadas del Romero 7pm
Body Balance @ Yoga Shala Studio, Isla Plana 8pm
Age Concern Available @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 10am-1pm

MABS Mazarrn Craft Group @ MABS Centre, Camposol B 11.30am
HAH Mar Menor Book & DVD Club 2.30-4.30pm

Every Thu Overnight Accommodation/Breakfast/Steak Meal @ La Mariposa, Gebas

59 (during March)
Camposol Market @ Camposol A
Mazarrn Bay Bridge Club @ Pto de Mazarrn 9.30am
Mazarrn Bowls Club Roll Up Day 10am
Spangles Ladies Barbershop Harmony Chorus Rehearsals @ Los Alcazars 10am
Folk & Blues Club @ Camposol 1pm
Buddhist Meditation @ Yoga Shala Studio, Isla Plana 3.30pm
Los Amigos de Mazarrn FC Meeting @ Camposol 4pm
French/Spanish Language Exchange @ Caf Buenavista, Pto de Mazarrn 5-8pm
Yoga in Spanish with Lisa @ Yoga Shala Studio, Isla Plana 8.30pm
Line Dancing/Intermediate onwards @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B
Little Starfish Dog Rescue Table Top Sale @ Lower Car Park, Camposol A from 10am
Age Concern Available @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 10am-1pm
JJs Puppy Rescue Table Top Sale @ Lower Car Park, Camposol A 11am-1pm
Andreas Animal Rescue Collection @ Mazarrn Country Club 11.30am-1pm
HAH Mar Menor Book/Card Stall @ Los Narejos 2-4pm
Every Fri Friday Art Group @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 9.45am-12.30pm

Spanish Lessons/Beginners @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 10am
Los Palacios Gardening/Community Group Book Stall @ Camposol A 10.30am-12.30pm
SAMM International One Metre Club
Spanish Lessons/Intermediate @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 11am
10 Pin Bowling/Camposol C Greenfingers Garden Group @ Totana 4pm
English/Spanish/German Language Exchange @ Caf Buenavista, Pto de Mazarrn 6-9pm
Tradiciones Exhibition @ Sala de Exposiciones, Moratalla 7pm-10pm
Delivery & Take Away Available @ Shortys Diner & Restaurant, Camposol B
Fish & Chips @ Viggos, Pto de Mazarrn
Fish & Chips @ Skye Bar and Pizzeria, Condado de Alhama 7.95 (from 12pm)
FAST @ Camposol B Commercial Centre

MABS Mazarrn booking events etc outside Compusurf, Camposol B 11am
Every Sat Tours of Bastida in Totana 3 10am and 12pm

The Archaeological See of Begastri Tours @ Cehegn 10.10am/11.15am/12.20am 2
Yoga in Spanish with Lisa @ Yoga Shala Studio, Isla Plana 10.30am
Tourism Activity Park Coto de las Maravillas Open, Cehegn
Tradiciones Exhibition @ Sala de Exposiciones, Moratalla 11am-2pm/6pm-10pm
Harlequin Rock Choir @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 1.15pm
Free tour of Aqua Archaeological Museum, Cartagena 6.30pm
Pizza & Burger Night @ Caf Buenavista, Pto de Mazarrn 7pm
MABS MMM Book Sale @ Los Alczares 10am-2pm

HELP MMM Sale of up-market clothes @ Los Alczares 10am-1pm
JJs Puppy Rescue Table Top Sale @ Pto de Mazarrn
Every Sun Antique Market @ Aguilas 10am-1pm

Free Guided Tour Of The Roman Villa Site Of Villaricos in Mula 10.30am
Tradiciones Exhibition @ Sala de Exposiciones, Moratalla 11am-2pm
The Archaeological See of Begastri Open @ Cehegn 10.10am/11.15am/12.20am 2
Tourism Activity Park Coto de las Maravillas Open, Cehegn
Board Games @ Caf Buenavista, Pto de Mazarrn 5pm
Delivery & Take Away Available @ Shortys Diner, Camposol B

Sunday Roast @ Shortys Diner, Camposol B from 6.50
Sunday Lunch @ La Vuelta, El Alamillo 13.50
3 Course Sunday Roast @ Lizs Cafe, Camposol B 10 inc a drink
Roast Lunch @ La Mariposa, Gebas from 10.50
3 Course Sunday Lunch @ Elliots, Bolnuevo 11
Paella Day @ Caf Buenavista, Pto de Mazarrn

Live Entertainment @ Blues House, Bolnuevo from 3pm
San Animal Santuario Dog Walking @ Aguilas

Easy Horse Care Rescue Centre Open Day @ Rojales 1-4pm
MARCH
Wednesday 1 St Davids Day
Art Exhibition by Pedro Juan Rabal @ Muralla Bizantina, Cartagena (until 10th)
Los Nietos Golf Society Game
Superbikes Pro-Test @ Cartagena Speed Circuit 10am-6pm (until 5th)
Welcome Petanca @ Camposol A 2pm
Tapas Route, Jumilla
MABS MMM Volunteers Meeting @ Centro Civico, Roda Bar, Roda 11.15am
Age Concern Volunteers Meeting @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 12pm
Thursday 2 Downhill Cycling/4 Course Lunch @ La Mariposa, Gebas 35 inc bike/guide/safety equip
Camposol Reading Group @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 2-4pm
Friday 3 Fiesta in Roldan (until 19th)

Childrens Activities @ Balsicas
Costa Calida Country Music Club/Tex Mex Kowboys @ Camposol A 4 7.45pm
Murga with Los Ciegos @ Auditorio Infanta Elena, Aguilas 8pm & 10pm
Singer Vincente Paolo & Guitarist Eduardo Piqueras @ Teatro Trieta, Moratalla 8pm
Open Mic/Jam Night @ Caf Buenavista, Pto de Mazarrn 9pm
MABS Murcia NW Outdoor Market Stall @ Calle Segura, Calasparra 9am-1pm

Mazarrn Bahia Leo Club @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 7-9pm
Saturday 4 ADAPT Meeting @ Pensionista Centre, Lo Pagan 10.30am

Free Guided Historical Tour of Historical Lorca 11am
Free Guided Tour of Thermal Baths in Alhama in Spanish 11am
Free Theatrical Visit of Alhama In Spanish 11am
Welcome Meeting @ Camposol A 2pm
WARM Walk Cieza
Murga with Los Ciegos @ Auditorio Infanta Elena, Aguilas 7pm/9pm & 10pm
Tapas Route, Balsicas
Santiago De La Ribera II National Brass Band Contest/ Music Charangas 9pm

Night of Tango, Music, Poetry & Dance @ Teatro Circo Apolo, El Algar 9.30pm from 10
The Kacike Showband @ Roldan 10.30pm

Forget Me Not Jumble Sale @ Cultural Centre, Camposol
Sunday 5 Artisan Market @ Bullas

8th Subida al Portazgo Running Race @ Football Ground Cieza 9am

SAMM Spring 2017 Series @ CTD Sports Centre, Los Narejos 10am registration
Motorbike Rally @ Roldan 10am
Mazarrn FC v SFC Minerva (home)
Free Guided Theatrical Tour of Aguilas 10.30am from Tourist Office
Imperial Citizens Family Activity in Cartagena in Spanish 11.30am from
Roman Theatre 13
Mercadillo de los Frailes @ Plaza de Espaa, Cieza 10am-2pm
The Gekkos @ Blues House, Bolnuevo 3pm
Monday 6 Mazarrn Bahia Lions @ Camposol A 5pm
Tuesday 7 Welcome Book Swap @ ICA Medical Centre, Camposol B 10am-12pm

Stamp Collectors Meeting @ Biblioteca, Pto de Mazarrn 6pm
HAH Volunteers Meeting @ Las Claras, Los Narejos 10.30am
Wednesday 8 International Womens Day

General Meeting of Sailing Association Mar Menor @ Los Narejos 11am
Free Guided Boat Trip from La Manga del Mar Menor to Santiago de la Ribera - in English
Welcome Ladies Evening/Woody @ Camposol A 4 7.30pm
Age Concern Fashion Show @ Camposol A

MABS Murcia NW Volunteers Meeting @ 5pm
Thursday 9 Welcome Book Swap @ ICA Medical Centre, Camposol B 10am-12pm

Ladies Chatterbox Group @ The Cultural Centre, Camposol B 2pm
Friday 10 National Drag Queen Competition @ Auditorio Infanta Elena, Aguilas 10pm 7/5/3
Events for Children @ Roldan (games, ballet, zumba, fancy dress, pantomime
& magic show) 5pm-midnight
Gastronomic Fair, Saborarte in Cieza
Making a Difference Table Top Sale @ Camposol B Commercial Centre 10am2pm

FAST Book Stall @ Camposol B Commercial Centre
Forget Me Not Table Top Sale @ Camposol B Commercial Centre
HELP MMM Friendship Group Stand up Bingo @ Los Alcazres 12pm
Saturday 11 Mazarrn Bowls Finals

Tour of Santiago de La Ribera in 1000 Steps, in Spanish 11am
Free Guided Tour of Historic Aguilas Centre in English 11am
Free Guided Historical Tour of Historical Lorca 11am
Guided Visit to Alhama Castle 3 11am
Bilingual Story Telling @ The Municipal Library, San Javier 12pm
Free Guided Boat Trip from La Manga del Mar Menor to Santiago de la Ribera -
in Spanish. 12.45pm
Events for Children @ Roldan 5pm-midnight
Carnival Parade in Torre Pacheco 5.30pm
National Chirigotas Competition @ Auditorio Infanta Elena, Aguilas 8pm 7
Camposol Golf Association Charity Quiz
3rd Moon Bike Tour from Glorieta de Espana, Murcia 8.30pm
Family Magic with Chequin @ Auditorio El Batel, Cartagena 9pm 12
Tapas Route Starts @ Pto de Mazarrn (until 19th)
Kellie Vinelli @ Shortys Diner, Camposol B 7.30pm (basket meals available)

Xavier Deltell @ Teatro Circo Apolo, El Algar 9.30pm 10
Free Concert - The Ladies @ Plaza de Espaa, Cieza 10pm-11.50pm
Sunday 12 Commonwealth Day

No Smoking Day
Mazarrn Bowls Finals

Artisan Market @ Mula
Monografica Boxer Dog Show @ Municipal Football Pitch, Puerto Lumbreras 10am Free entry
Imperial Citizens Family Activity in Cartagena in Spanish
11.30am from Roman Theatre 13
Mazarrn FC v UB Abanilla (away)
Paella Cooking Competition @ Roldan 2pm
Free Flamenco Concert @ Casa de la Cultura, Alhama 7.30pm
Highway 61 @ Blues House, Bolnuevo 3pm

Musical by The Happys and Antonio Hidalgo @ Roldan 4pm
Symphonic Rhapsody of Queen @ Auditorio El Bate, Cartagena 7.30pm 35/32/27
Monday 13 Guided Walk/4 Course Lunch inc beer/wine @ La Mariposa, Gebas 12

Wednesday 15 Welcome House Card Crafting Class @ Cehegn 11am

Ladies Chatterbox Lunch @ Aledo
Funfair for Children @ Roldan 5pm
Open Door Film Night @ Condado de Alhama 6.30pm
MABS MMM Road Show Presentation @ Las Claras Centre, Los Alcazares 12pm
Thursday 16 Welcome 4 Day Trip to Benidorm inc transport/hotel/half board/trip to

Valor Chocolate factory
Comedian Jorge Garcia @ Civic Centre, Roldan 10pm
MABS MMM Eddy Allen Golf Day/Dinner (8.50 for Dinner)
Friday 17 St Patricks Day

ExpoMed Salud (Healthy Life, Food & Organic Products Fair) @ IFEPA,
Torre Pacheco 10am-8pm (until 19th)

Classic Concert with Torrevieja Symphony Orchestra @ Auditorio Infanta Elena,
Aguilas 9pm 15
Night of Music - DJ Vicente and Smile @ Roldan 11pm
MABS Mazarrn Book Sale @ Camposol B Commercial Centre 9am-1pm

MABS Murcia NW Outdoor Market Stall @ Calle Segura, Calasparra 9am-1pm
MABS MMM Share & Care Group @ San Javier 11am-1pm
Forget Me Not Table Top Sale @ Camposol B Commercial Centre
MABS MMM Race Night @ San Javier 1.30-6pm
Saturday 18 Calencia Fallas with Dragontours 25

Guided Tour of Cehegns Old Quarter/Wine School
Artisan Market in La Feria Street, Alhama
Artisan Market @ Paseo de las Comunidades Autnomos , Pto de Mazarrn 10am-2pm
WARM walk Moratalla
Spanish Language Tour of the sacred art of Jumilla 2 5pm
Procession of Floats @ Roldan 6pm
Los Amigos de Mazarrn FC Race Night @ Camposol 3 7.15pm (food avail)
Spanish Guitarist Concert/Vasco Hernndez @ Caf Buenavista, Pto de Mazarrn

Band Panther & Concert with David Civera @ Roldan 11pm
Mazarrn Bahia Leos Back to School @ Shortys Diner, Camposol B

8 inc 2 course meal, 8pm
Sunday 19 San Jos (Spanish Fathers Day)
Artisan Market @ Alhama 10am-2pm

Artisan Market @ Caravaca
Artisan Market @ Sanctuary de la Esperanza, Calasparra 10am-6pm
Free Theatrical Visit of Alhama In Spanish 11am

Ruta del Ferrocarril (Railway Route) with Aguilas Tourist Information Centre
Mazarrn FC v AD Alquerias (home)
Grand Firework Display @ Roldan 11pm
The Streeters @ Blues House, Bolnuevo 3pm
Monday 20 Open Day @ Janes Salon, Bolnuevo
Tuesday 21 Downhill Cycling/4 Course Lunch @ La Mariposa, Gebas 35 inc bike/guide/safety equip
Welcome Book Swap @ ICA Medical Centre, Camposol B 10am-12pm
HELP MMM General Meeting @ Las Claras, Los Narejos 11.30am

MABS MMM Ladies Lunch (3 Courses) @ Torre de la Horadada 10.95 1.30pm
Age Concern Trip to Aguilas
Wednesday 22 Welcome Dance/Angie Lang/Kevin Tyler @ Camposol A 9 7.30pm (food opt)
Thursday 23 Straight Down The Middle Golf Society Game

Open Door Chill n Grill @ Los Almagros 7pm
Friday 24 Camposol C Gardening Group Spring Dance/Brendan ODee @ Camposol C 6
Pisando Mas Fuerte @ CAES, Torre Pacheco 9.30pm 10
Making a Difference Table Top Sale @ Camposol B Commercial Centre 10am2pm

FAST Book Stall @ Camposol B Commercial Centre
HELP MMM Charity Market @ Los Alcazres 11am-1pm
Saturday 25 Nature Walk, Cehegn

Course on Using a Defibrillator with Red Cross in Calasparra 9am-1pm/4pm-8pm

Free Guided Tour of Historic Aguilas Centre in English 11am

Free Guided Tour Of Historical Yecla & Tapas Route 11am
Bilingual Story Telling @ The Municipal Library, San Javier 12pm
Night Visit to Astronomic Observatory, Puerto Lumbreras 8pm 2.50
Music Festival/Potato, Radioactive Kids, Le Grand, Mircoles, Greskand, Rollbank,

Chulo Delgado, Traspi @ Roldan 7pm
Revolver @ Teatro Vico, Jumilla 8/10/12 9pm
Sunday 26 Mothering Sunday
Course on Using a Defibrillator with Red Cross in Calasparra 9am-1pm

Artisan Market @ Plaza del Castillo, Cehegin 10am
Mazarrn FC v CD Bala Azul (away)
Free Guided Tour of Military Instillations in Cartagena 10.30am
4 Course Mothers Day Lunch @ Shortys Diner, Camposol B 11.95

4 Course Mothers Day Lunch @ La Mariposa, Gebas 18 (surprise gift for ladies)
5 Course Mothers Day Lunch @ El Castillo del Pinar, Perin 22 inc all wine/beer/soft drinks
Colt 45 @ Blues House, Bolnuevo 3pm
Monday 27 Guided Walk followed by 4 Course Lunch inc beer/wine @ La Mariposa, Gebas 12
Tuesday 28 Monthly B Clean Meeting @ Camposol B 4pm
MABS Mazarrn Volunteer Meeting @ Camposol B 11.30am

Camposol Kitty Kitty Fun Quiz Night @ Camposol B 7pm 1
Wednesday 29 Age Concern Menu del Dia @ Viggos, Pto de Mazarrn
Thursday 30 Fuente Old Guards Golf Society Game

Swan Lake @ Las Velas Cinema, Los Alcazares 8pm 10
Friday 31 Pro-Music Classical Concert @ Auditorio Infanta Elena, Aguilas 9pm 15
Age Concern Table Top Sale @ Camposol B
APRIL
Saturday 1 VIII Vuelta A Murcia Mster in Mazarrn

ADAPT Meeting @ Pensionista Centre, Lo Pagan 10.30am

MABS Sort Out @ La Pasteleria, Pto de Mazarrn 10am-2pm
Sunday 2 VIII Vuelta A Murcia Mster in Mazarrn

Downhill Cycling/4 Course Lunch @ La Mariposa, Gebas 35 inc bike/guide/safety equip
Welcome Treasure Hunt/Buffet 9
Artisan Market @ Bullas
Mazarrn FC v Alcantarilla FC (home)
Martin Ross @ Blues House, Bolnuevo 3pm
Monday 3 Mazarrn Bahia Lions @ Camposol A 5pm
Tuesday 4 Stamp Collectors Meeting @ Biblioteca, Pto de Mazarrn 6pm
HAH Volunteers Meeting @ Las Claras, Los Narejos 10.30am
Wednesday 5 Welcome Petanca @ Camposol A 2pm
MABS MMM Volunteers Meeting @ Centro Civico, Roda Bar, Roda 11.15am
Age Concern Talking Shop Social @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 1.30-3.30pm
Thursday 6 Camposol Reading Group @ Cultural Centre, Camposol B 2-4pm
Friday 7 Downhill Cycling/4 Course Lunch @ La Mariposa, Gebas 35 inc bike/guide/safety equip
MABS Murcia NW Outdoor Market Stall @ Calle Segura, Calasparra 9-1pm


It Just Continues couple of songs which filled the dance floor lost track of time listening and dancing to
After really good nights in December 2016 and it stayed that way all night. Roz, that they stayed right to the very end.
with Johnny Scott and January with Martin This confused Roz as she thought it was
Ross, we had another memorable night only 11.15pm or so when in fact it was
in February with Roz McQuillan. This was midnight and she had almost run out of
her first time with us and she was a bit songs. This was her first visit, but it wont
nervous singing before strangers, but be her last!
the butterflies soon disappeared within a
We have the return of Tex Mex Kowboys
on Friday 3rd March to Marianos, Camposol
starting at 7.45pm. Entry is only 4. This
will be our 4th Birthday, so you are welcome
to come along and join in our celebrations.
If you need more information etc have a
look at our Facebook page.
Ann and Roys line dance classes continue
We have a German contingent who in the Cultural Centre, Camposol on
normally leave about 11.15pm to get to Los Wednesdays and Thursdays. Further
Madrilles before the gates close. We told information can be obtained on 968 974
Roz about this. However they presumably 951.
Look whos just come out of hospital! Me, beautiful carrots they grew - enough for planned for the Easter Holidays - Pony
Liz, not Teddy! He has more sense than to one carrot each horse and pony. Seeing Club Mornings, Riding Classes, Hacks and
get himself dragged into Murcia Arrixaca how successful this experiment was, weve Cowboy School of Values. All the money
Hospital! Just out in time to organise our decided to try again with carrots for the we earn with these activities goes into
Paraequestrian event at Equimur Horse horses and with iceberg lettuce for the feeding the animals, vets bills and the
Fair in Torre Pacheco. geese - they love shredded lettuce. farrier, so please keep coming to ride with
us and do exciting things in the company
of our Cavalli animals.
Cavalli Foundation
Los Ventorrillos
La Costera de Alhama
Tel 00 34 636 172 198
Email infocavallifoundation@gmail.
com
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The animals were perfect when I came We had
home and didnt seem to have missed a lovely
me one bit although I really missed them. surprise at
All in all its been a rough start to 2017. half term.
The animals are dealing with things much Mathilda and
better than us humans. Betsy came
to do Pony
Hope, the blind pony we brought down Club and
from the gypsy village last summer, is they brought
getting rounder and looks to be pregnant - a special
about 6 months into her gestation. Shes present to
certainly calmer and a lot more relaxed. A be shared
couple of days ago our neighbours stallion amongst all
pony escaped through the fence and spent the animals.
the night at our gate. When we opened T h e y
the gate in the morning he came straight in brought an
and spent time with Hope until his owners envelope
came to take him home. It was nice for with 50;
her to have some friendly company. money that they had collected at their
birthday party instead of presents!
Cavalli Cowboy School of Values is going
very well and the children are learning how We are in the midst of our Carnival Camp
to take care of animals, how to respect and have a group of a dozen kiddies
them and nature. Every Sunday they do staying over sleeping in our special Stable
a different workshop. The Gardening Dormitory.
Workshop was a great success and here
we have Rocio and Sara showing the As usual we have all our activities

A Busy Start To The New Year decided at the 15th island hole to immerse the following winners:
It has been a busy few weeks for the himself up to his chest in somewhat chilly Monthly Stapleford Winners - (as
membership with two games, an AGM, and water. Was he hot under the collar with his pictured)
a Presentation Evening. play, or was he trying to retrieve his ball??
The first gathering of 2017 was held at the Back at the 19th, the cards were checked
Lo Romero Golf Course, and was arranged and the result declared:
by the Society Captain, Gerry Taylor. I am In 4th position was Norrie Bull on 33 points
not sure that he enjoyed the day too much, and in 3rd position was Dave White (visitor,
as he was suffering from a severe dose of 39 points), 2nd place was Glen Nicholson
man flu and spent a lot of the time sitting (visitor, 40 points) and the Overall Winner
in the buggy. The remaining members was Stuart Boocock (pictured) with 40
all had a great day out on a course with points
plenty of grass on the fairways and very
slick greens, which very few mastered. The
island 18th green at this course, will always
be a great test for all golfers. Overall Points Trophy Dave Griffiths
Runner-up Points (tied) Melvyn
On 16th January, the members held the Appleby & Norrie Bull
AGM at the Camposol Club de Golf, where Dave Guntrip Trophy Joe Chalk
various items were discussed and the Pairs Cup Don Busby & Stuart Boocock
committee was re-elected unopposed. Meerkat Trophy Ian Dalley
Dave Robinson Memorial Trophy
Wednesday 25th January was the monthly Melvyn Appleby
Stapleford meeting, which was held at Strong Man Trophy George Bricknal
Lorca Golf Resort and, as always, remained
a good test of golfing skills. The March meeting of the Society will
be on Thursday 23rd at Altorreal, where
Unfortunately, due to a prior commitment, members and guests are welcome. As this
yours truly was not available to play and so The Presentation Dinner was held is a popular venue, please make sure your
the report has come in second hand. on Saturday 4th February at The Costa name is in early.
Celebration Suite in Mazarrn, where as
The day started with an uncommon sight usual there was an abundance of food and Geoff Sharp
here in Spain, with FROST on the ground, drink, all served by the excellent staff. The hatters45@msn.com
causing a delayed start which fortunately entertainment came from Martin Ross,
did not last too long and once it had lifted, who soon had the dance floor full.
play commenced, with plenty of sunshine

and blue skies. One guest player however The Society Captain presented trophies to
On a very the front of the green and rolled perfectly

windy Saturday around 10-15 feet into the cup.
morning in
the middle of After playing golf for many years this was
January, it was my first hole in one. The good news is that
our weekly Golf our society has a policy where it rewards a
Society Day for hole in one with 50 towards the bar bill,
Bar Salud. so that eased the excitement for me.
I stepped up to Logan Robertson

the Par 3 third
hole, around
138 yards and
decided on a
smooth 8 iron.
Surprisingly for
me, I struck it
so sweetly and
it pitched onto

Los Nietos Golf Societys February 22 players attended with prizes for the Winners
monthly medal was held at La Serena. The Overall Winner, Longest Drive and Nearest Overall Winner - Brian Smith 40 pts (16)
course was in excellent condition and we the Pin & HDCP categories. Longest Drive - Iian Furness (12)
were blessed with good weather. 0-20 HDCP - Mick Lockley (17)
21-36 HDCP - Steve Ingledow (32)
Nearest Pin - Tony Hayman, Alan Mc Nicoll,
Vic Beatie
After the golf we all returned to El Fraile to

enjoy a social event with great food.
Next venue is El Valley on 1st March.

Anyone wishing to learn more about our
coming events please contact Iian at
casabromley@hotmail.com
Father and Son Splash their way to round of the European championships in Mat 5th in SM1 and Loris 3rd in SM2. The
third in Catalan championships. Italy at the end of March. next race saw the track starting to dry a
little, but with the vicious gale force winds
The Supermoto race series has already Undeterred by Anthonys injury, Loris and proving even more of a problem. This time
started in Spain with the first round of Mat lined up for their two races in one of Mat ran with the leaders and finished 3rd
the Catalan championships held last those rare moments where father and son to give him 3rd place overall in SM1 and
weekend at the beginning of February are in the same race. The tricky conditions Loris finished 3rd again in SM2 to put him
at the spectacular Mora dEbre circuit made for a tough race, but both riders 3rd overall as well.
in Catalunya. Whilst practice was held held their nerve and finished strongly with
under sunny skies, come race day the With both riders on the podium it was
heavens opened and the best of Spains a great day for the Advance Moves
Supermoto racers had to battle in the International Removals sponsored
torrential rain and storm force winds. The Supermotoland.com race team and
track was partially flooded in places and they now continue their training and
the dirt section had to be closed due to the preparations for the 2nd round of the
tricky conditions. Catalan championship on 12th March,
followed closely by the first rounds of the
The Advance Moves International Spanish and European Supermoto
Removals sponsored Supermotoland. Championships.
com team were fielding their 3 riders in

the premier SM1 class with Mathew Ford-
Dunn and his brother Anthony in the SM
road class. The third rider was Mats son
Loris Ford-Dunn, who at only 15 years old,
was the youngest competitor in the SM2
youth class which runs in the same race as
the adults.
Anthony Ford- Dunn was off to a good start

by qualifying 3rd in the SM Road Class and
in his first race he was third away, but an
early crash ended his day with a dislocated
shoulder that side-lined him for the rest of
the meeting. His recovery is progressing
well and he hopes to be fit for the first

With the Vuelta de Murcia (Professional the Alto Collado Bermejo. After the first at this stage as he went through Librilla,
Bike Race) a month earlier than its normal category climb of the Alto de Aledo, the before going down by 20 seconds by the
date in March, our thoughts were that breakaway riders were swept up by the time he was on the outskirts of Murcia.
the weather would play a big part in the depleted bunch. With 3km to go it was obvious he was
race. 183 riders lined up for the start in going to be the winner. 2nd place went to
San Javier for the 199km Murcia Classic. Jonathon Restrefo from Team Katusha and
There were no British riders this year, but in 3rd place was Patrick Konrad from Lotto.
a good selection of teams from the world
of professional cycling.
Shortly after the start at 11am, 8 riders

pushed the pace to form a breakaway
to put the whole bunch in one long line
behind them. Then the wind picked up to
split the peloton into 3 large groups behind
the breakaway.
The race passed through Torre Pacheco, At the start of the Collado climb, Alejandro
Fuente Alamo, Los Canovas and upon Valverde attacked and pushed on alone
entering El Pareton, the 3 main groups going over the top of the first category
joined up with the exception of 15 riders, 6 climb and making a solo daredevil descent.
minutes behind. On the bottom of the climb on the outskirts On 29 August this year, the 8th stage of
of Alhama de Murcia, he was 2 minutes the Vuelta Espaa will be starting in
Our first stop to watch the race was at ahead of the 2nd rider on the road. Caravaca, going over the Espua and
the feed station outside Totana where the finishing in Alhama de Murcia. See you
climbs of the Sierra Espua up to Aledo Valverdes next test was climbing the Alto there!
start, then the race progressed over de Gebas his lead was up to 3 minutes
The Championship Finals a close and under treatment, be it chemotherapy,

All the preliminary rounds in this years at the time radiotherapy or medication. Some of them
Mazarrn Bowls Club Championships of writing are continuing to bowl during this time;
have now been played and the finalists this article in fact one member has fought his way
are looking forward to playing in the in the middle through to 5 finals!!
finals weekend of 11th and 12th March. of February,
This event is one of the highlights of the Mazarrn The Bar and Sports Centre at the Hacienda
Bowling year for Mazarrn BC and is Miners were del Alamo is now under new management
always well attended. Visitors are always lying 6th in and we are always made very welcome on
welcome, so perhaps if you are thinking of the Levante our Club and League Game days by Jose
taking up this sport, come along on either L e a g u e Antonio.

or both days and you will see some superb which is
bowling. played on a Dont forget Mazarrn BC always
Friday and welcomes new members, so come along
The winners of their Championship Mazarrn on a Tuesday and Thursday morning,
discipline will go on to represent Mazarrn Mariners were 2nd in the South Alicante 10am for a 10.30am start and see what
BC and play in the Champion of Champions League played on a Monday. These bowls is all about You will be given a warm
finals during April. This event takes place results show the calibre of the players in welcome and an opportunity to try the
at two clubs in the Torrevieja area where Mazarrn BC and how our teams are now game.
the majority of the bowls clubs in Murcia a force to be recognised.
are to be found. Some of our members that we reported For further information please contact The
having serious health problems, have Secretary, Sue Hattrell on 968 163 769 or
The Winter League season is drawing to had their operations and are now email mazarronbc@live.co.uk

Mazarrn FCs win away to CD El and availability of future events please Pensions.
Esparragal in mid-February extended their email Maggie at hairinspain@gmail.com
unbeaten run to six games, five wins and a Trip to the Costa del Sol - 5th - 8th May
draw and took them into a play-off position. Staying for three nights at a three star
The situation could have been even better hotel in Fuengirola is now fully booked. The
had they not lost the chance to move trip will include an evening trip to Puerto
further up the league table when the home Banus and a visit to the beautiful village
game against Balsicas on 5th February was of Mijas. If there is sufficient interest the
postponed an hour before kick off because weekend will also include a trip to the La
of the high winds in the area. Liga game between Malaga and Celta Vigo
scheduled for Sunday 7th May.
The End of Season Player of the Year

Function and Presentation evening
will be at The Club House, Camposol C on
Tuesday 16th May. Entertainment by The
We are staging a Race Night as part of Geckos. Full details will be available in next
our Gala Week celebrations, at The Club months Costa Clida Chronicle.
House, Camposol C on Saturday 18th March
with the first race at 7.15pm. Admission, Los Amigos Vice President Alan Lyle
which includes a Race Card and a Lucky and his wife Sue will be hosting one of their
Draw, is 3 and there will be eight races excellent summer BBQ and Quiz Nights
to enjoy. Chicken & chips/scampi & chips/ on 7th July at 7pm. The cost is 10 and
First team coach Cobos left the club at the sausage & chips for 5. The event is kindly numbers are limited to 40.
end of January, but Mazarrn President sponsored by Westfield Health.
Ruben moved swiftly to bring in Jose Los Amigos de Mazarrn FC weekly
Sanchez as the new coach. Jose had The 8th Los Amigos de Mazarrn FC meetings are held every Thursday at The
previously been assistant coach at Third Gala Evening and Dinner on Tuesday Club House, Camposol C at 4pm with the
Division Atletico Pulpileno and also coached 21st March at Hotel la Cumbre was sold exception of the last Thursday of each
at Olimpico de Totana and Bala Azul. out six weeks prior to the event. Guest month which is reserved for the Members
Speaker is Alvin Martin, former West Ham Business Meeting and open to members
United and England central defender and only.
MC and Comedian for the evening is Gary
Marshall. Musical entertainment will be by Los Amigos membership costs just 10
Woody and the event is sponsored by Ibex which includes reduced coach travel
Insurance and Mazarrn Entertainments and reduced prices to most of our social
Group. events including the very successful
monthly Luncheon Club. Whether you
84 players will take part in the Celebrity are interested in football or just wish to
Golf Tournament at Camposol Club de participate in the social events, just pop
Golf on Monday 20th March. Alvin Martin along to The Club House on a Thursday
and Gary Marshall will be taking part along afternoon for a chat and a refreshing drink
Mazarrns home games are normally with Los Amigos UK Ambassador Tony and pick up a membership form. Tickets for
played on Sundays with varying kick off Currie and ex- Charlton Athletic midfielder all events can be obtained at the meetings

times. Admission is 3 with juveniles Peter Reeves who lives in the Mazarrn or you can email pamada.1130@yahoo.
under 16 free. Los Amigos de Mazarrn area. The event is sponsored by Expat co.uk for all information.
FC organise a supporters coach to most
away games at 8 for members and 10
for non-members. Full details of all games,
dates and kick off times are advertised in
the local media, on www.mazarronfc.
es, on Los Amigos de Mazarrn FC
Facebook page fb.me/mazarron2016,
and on posters at various points throughout
Camposol and Mazarrn.
Forthcoming fixtures:
Sunday 5th March - SFC Minerva - Home
Sunday 12th March - UD Abanilla - Away
Sunday 19th March - AD Alquerias -
Home
Sunday 26th March - CD Bala Azul -
Away
Sunday 2nd April - Alcantarilla FC - Home
The February Los Amigos Luncheon

Club outing was to the Restaurante La
Gran Ventica in Las Palas and a report will
be available in next months Costa Clida
Chronicle. They meet every month
except December and visit restaurants
throughout the Murcia region. For details

Hacienda Riquelme Golfing Away Day Committee Member, has been organising John Murphy - 27pts
On Friday 27th January, 40 CGA members the Wednesday Mens Golf Group for the
had a golfing away day at Hacienda last 3 years, but he no longer wished to Ladies Placings
Riquelme. Unfortunately the weather was carry on in this role. Fortunately Eugene First - Olly Hill - 32pts
not very good: it tried to rain, then the sun Toye said he would take over this task. Runner-Up - Mika Bogerd - 31pts
came out, then it did rain and the wind was Everyone thanked Ken for all the hard
quite cutting. It was so inclement some work he had put in over the previous years Nearest the
of the golfers came in after 9 holes. The and a collection had been made between Pins and
weather was reflected in the low scores, the men and a voucher presented to him Longest
although Vron Porter had a good card to show their appreciation. Drive
with 36 points, second for the ladies was Hole 3 -
Liz Paul with Debbie MacLachlan 3rd. The J a n u a r y Kevin Hanlon
best score for the men was Flavia with Club de Golf Hole 5 - Tom
35 points, second was John Layland, with Competition Clarke
Mike Paul 3rd. On our return to Camposol This was Hole 11 - Bob
we had an excellent meal at the Trevi Bar. sponsored Evans
At last everyone was smiling and decided by The Club On Hole
they had had an enjoyable day after all. House and the 13 Mary
The AGM Club Captain Armitage
Des Bunn had a Hole
presented In One
prizes to the which proved
following to be quite
winners: costly with
O v e r a l l 55 players
Winner - Colin taking part in the Competition. Well done
Reid - 35pts Mary!
Runner-Up - Winner of Longest Drive on 18th hole was
Bob Evans - Malcolm Lee
33pts
Charity Quiz
Mens Cat 1 This will be held at The Club House on 17th
(0-18) March, all the proceeds of which are to be
Winner - Jim distributed evenly between FAST, MABS
Blair - 32pts and Forget Me Not. We are hoping as
c/back many people as possible will come along
Runner-Up - to swell the funds for these very worthy
Paul Waugh - causes, who in turn help us. The signup
This was held on Wednesday 8th February at 32pts sheets for the Quiz are in the changing
3pm in the back room of The Club House. It rooms or in the bar at The Club House. We
was hoped that some of our members were Mens Cat 2 need you to insert the names of you and
prepared to stand for the Committee, but (19-28) your team for the right number of tables to
nobody had put their names forward and Winner - be set out. Please indicate Curry or Chilli
the same 6 Committee members agreed to Craig Nevard with rice for 5 is required. The maximum
stand again to which the members were all - 28pts in each team restricted to 6.
in favour. Ken Wakefield, although not a Runner-Up -
Summer Ball
This will be held on 16th June at the Miras
Restaurant with an excellent outside area
that looks very pretty at night with lanterns
lit up on the round tables of 12. The menu
sounds good! We have not used this
venue for some time and it is hoped it will
be the success our Summer Ball usually
is. The price is 25 pp. Transport 5 pp
from Camposol and Mazarrn Country
Club. Entertainment to be arranged.
Betty Roberts

SAMM Honours Member SAMM run the CTD Sports Centre, Los Narejos. The
SAMM hold a regular monthly meeting a regular Spring 2017 Series starts on March 5th with
where members can get together, report Spring and registration at 10am.
on their activities and decide on future A u t u m n
policy. During the January meeting the series of Visiting boats are welcome and, if you are
Race Committee presented their Special mixed boat interested, you can find out more on the
Award for services to the race programme races using Racing section of SAMM website www.
during 2016. George Noden, who had the RYA PY sailingmarmenor.com and then click on
served as Race Officer for the year, was handicap the Racing image on the puzzle picture.
presented with the award by the Race system of
Chairman, Terry Chapman, only to scoring.
immediately have it returned. The Race They run on
Committee had conspired behind his back alternate
to choose him for the honour in recognition Sundays
of his five years dedication to the SAMM on the Mar
race programme. Menor at
February saw the Los Reyes Golf Society In second place on 54 points were Tony We hired a professional photographer to
heading up the A30 to the fabulous Altorreal Burns and Jeff Brain. take the presentation photos. He turned
Golf Course. This has been a favourite of Third place were Ray Neal and our new out to be a bit on the short side, hence the
many societies over the years and recent member Richard Tonge. NTP photos. However we made him stand
improvements to the course has made it a on a box for the Cup presentation!
must in anyones calendar. Nearest the Pin Winners were:
Hole 5 Glenn Read Our thanks go to the staff at Altorreal for
The new flyover on to the A30 has removed Hole 8 - Jeff Brain giving us a great course. If anyone would
the stressful intersection at Murcia, but Hole 17 Ray Reynolds like to know more about our society please
confused several of our members who contact Dave Perry lorzenhof.dp@gmail.
finished up half way to Albacete before com
realising their mistake and only just made
our starting tee times.
The event saw members playing for the

Pairs Challenge Cup sponsored by KIA
Autos, Cartagena. This year the format
was a secret draw to decide the pairings,
with all players completing a full 18 holes
for Stableford points, the aggregate for

each pair determining the winners.
The individual rounds had the usual Ooos

and Ahrrs reverberating around the
course and at one stage several players
thought they were witnessing a football
goal type of celebration, looking like a pair
were doing the Hokey Cokey, when in fact
it was Dave and Len helping each other to
walk off the green.
In the best tradition of world cup draws,

the secret draw was completed by picking
names from two bowls containing high and
low handicappers respectively.
Our winners on the day with a combined
score of 60 points were Karen Jones and
David May.

Formula 1 Preview 01 - 2017 by Dave Wehrlein from Manor to Sauber. Azerbaijan has been put forward a week
Bass so as not to coincide with the conclusion of
There are some major changes this year, the 24hr Le Mans race and the German GP
Well another season is looming and I have the biggest being the wider tyres, with the is once again off the calendar.
some more of that useful/less information front tyres increased by 60mm and the rear Azerbaijan is listed as the European GP,
for you. by 70mm. This has also created changes making it the 21st race under that guise,
to the wing span with the front wing span but the organizers want it to be labeled
Please accept my most humble apologies being increased by 150mm and the overall as the Azerbaijan Grand Prix for obvious
for the incorrect information of the car width increasing by 200mm. reasons.
following: The height of the rear wing has been
Ham led the most laps over the season decreased by 150mm with the maximum What About Drivers Nationalities This
with 566 ahead of Rosberg with 489 then now being 800mm. Year?
Seb with 90, Ricci (74), Max (42) & Kimi The diffuser will also be higher and wider To date, excluding Manor there will be 3
with just 7 of the 1,268 laps available and the sidepods are also wider. Germans, 2 English, 2 Spanish, 2 Finnish,
during the 21 race season, meaning only 6 The weight of the cars has been increased 2 French, 1 Australian, 1 Brazilian, 1
drivers led laps. Ricci from the 1,268 laps by 2kg. Mexican, 1 Dutch, 1 Danish, 1 Russian, 1
available completed 1,267 (99.9%) Red There are also changes to the power unit Belgian, 1 Swedish & 1 Canadian.
Bull was on top with only 93 laps short of regulations; mainly the token system has
the 24,516 available laps achieving 96.3%. been removed and the cost of power units Bernie Ecclestone is no longer running
supplied to customer teams has been Formula 1
Mercedes Technical Chief Paddy Lowe has reduced by 1m per season. Drivers will After a meeting with new owners Liberty
left his post at the German team allegedly now only be allowed four power units per Media Bernie has left his role of CEO,
to join Williams, but is under contract with season rather than the five last year. but will still be involved as the 86 year
Mercedes until May. Ross Brawn, Nico old Briton has been given a position of
Rosberg and now Paddy Lowe - there is The two pre-season tests, both held at the Honorary President. Bernie has been
something not quite right about this team. Circuito de Barcelona, Catalua started involved in motor racing since 1949. He
Lowe started his F1 career at Williams in with the first four day test from February purchased the Brabham team in 1972 and
1987 as Joint Head of Electronics for 6 years 27th until March 2nd followed by the second became the CEO of FOCA in 1978. In 1999
before his 20 year stint at McLaren rising 4 day test from 7th-10th March leaving he had heart surgery and a triple coronary
to Technical Chief. A potential replacement just 14 days prior to the opening practice bypass but remained active and energetic
for him at Mercedes appears to be James session in Australia on 24th March. This in promoting his business interests. Ups
Allison who left Ferrari last year. does not leave much time for the teams and downs for the man who is responsible
to make any adjustments that may/will be for putting Formula 1 on the global map,
There will be two rookies on the grid this needed. thank you Bernie.
year, Stoffel Vandoorne alongside Alo
in the McLaren (although he did have McLaren are still hoping they can return It has been announced that Manor have
one race last year at Bahrain when Alo to the top ten in both qualifying and races ceased trading after talks with investors
was recovering) and Lance Stroll in the with this years new improved Honda fell through meaning, so sadly there will
Williams with Massa after coming out of power unit and the new regulations. Alo & be only 10 teams lining up on the grid this
his short lived retirement. Other driver S Vandoorne are both capable of finishing season.
movements are Bottas from Williams to races in the points.
Mercedes, Hlkenberg from Force India McLaren Applied Technologies will be
to Renault, Ocon from Manor to Force Calendar changes for this year: the sole supplier of pressure & temperature
India, Magnussen from Renault to Haas & China & Bahrain have swapped places.

work for 2018. After 36 years, McLaren have changed

their car name dropping the MP4 which
sensors.
Williams are very downbeat after their was introduced by Ron Dennis in 1981
disappointing performance last year to meaning McLaren Project 4 as he
Who is now running Formula 1 with
finish fifth in the Championship; being previously ran a team named Project Four
the Liberty Media in control?
beaten by Force India was very painful Racing. The team have decided it is all
Chase Carey is the new CEO taking over
for all involved. The Grove based team change at the Woking Technology Centre
from Bernie Ecclestone. Ross Brawn returns
with Massa stepping in to replace Bottas and will now be using the obvious Monica
to the fold as Managing Director Motor
and rookie Stroll are looking for more MCL before the number which this year
Sports focusing on F1s sporting side. Sean
podiums, including the top step this year will be 32.
Bratches, previously Managing Director at
to bring the fight to Mercedes, Red Bull,
ESPN, will be the new Managing Director of
Ferrari & Force India. (After all the team Jost Capito who joined McLaren last
Commercial Operations in Formula 1.
does have nine Constructors and seven September as the new CEO taking over
Drivers titles to their name, second only from Ron Dennis has now parted company
At last the FIA have given the in-season
to Ferrari). That should make it a more with the Woking based team.
testing dates and venues. The first is on
exciting season for us all especially if
18th & 19th April at Bahrain following the
McLaren Honda, Haas, Toro Rosso Pascal Wehrlein is still having ongoing
GP, the second at the Hungaroring on 1st
and Renault improve. Sauber I feel will examinations following his accident whilst
& 2nd August, again following the GP. As
unfortunately be the back markers unless taking part in the Race of Champions
per the regulations the teams must run
with their new owners and extra funds they at Marlins Park Miami where he rolled
young drivers who have competed in less
can prove me wrong. Ricci is confident his Polaris Slingshot SLR dramatically
than 3 GPs on 2 of the 4 in season test
that he and his Red Bull team can fight flipping over Massas car and hitting the
days. In addition Yas Marina will host a
for the championship(s) this year; it all barriers. He may miss some of the testing
post season test on 28th & 29th November,
depends on how the teams interpret the at Barcelona.
which follows the Grand Finale, to assist
new rules and who gets it right.
tyre manufacturer Pirelli with development
bassdave.47@gmail.com
Our start to 2017 was a welcome return Benton while

trip to the excellent course at Roda Golf the Twos
Resort near San Javier, but after starting M o n e y ,
my journey from the Alhama campo at unbelievably,
8am in -2 temperatures, it was no great went to three
surprise to arrive at the course to find it other players
frozen over and closed. Dave Gautier,
Paul Western
Fortunately, as is usual in Spain, the and our
temperatures rose very quickly and guest Glen
after a delay of one hour the course was Read sharing
reopened. None of this deterred the 37 the 86 pot.
FOGGS members and guests who then got
to grips with this very testing course; none It has been a
more so than Gerry McRobert who came in good start to
with 37 points to take the Overall Winners our year with cash donations going to the If anyone wishes to join FOGGS or
Prize and first place in Division One. Gerry Costa Clida Chronicle Poppy Appeal, just play as a guest at our next game

was closely followed overall and in Division ASPADEM childrens charity and JJ Puppy at Camposol Golf on March 30th
One by Steve Martindale with his 33 points Rescue. please contact us by email at info@
score. With the same score of 33 was fuenteoldguardgolfsociety.com
Paul Western which gave him top spot in
Division Three followed by Peter Kirke in
second place with 25 points.
Meanwhile in Division Two, Bob Daffon

took the first prize, but only on countback
from Karen Jones, both with 29 points.
Nearest the Pin winners were Chris

Andrews, Bob Daffon and our guest Alan

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Steady Increase in Spanish Property rates and buyer confidence down for several
Sales and Prices During 1st Quarter months! This time last year the exchange
2017 rate was; 1.29 to 1. At present we are
The first quarter data for 2017 is looking 1.18 to 1 making Spanish property
positive on all fronts so far. Sales are on around 10% more expensive than a year
target for a 5% increase. ago.
Prices are also predicted to show a regional In the coming months we expect to see
average of 5% increase (though the large the availability and demand for Spanish
cities do skew those figures upwards). property increase. Virtually all of the
institutions agree with this a stronger
Mortgage demand is healthy, particularly on pound would certainly help put the extra
new homes. fizz back into the market.
The most eye-catching figure is the Kenneth Whettall

dramatic surge in building permits up by Commercial Director
almost 33%! This is driven not so much by Fuente Alamo Real Estate/Murcia Coast
demand, but by developers who are keen to & Country
take advantage of zero interest rates (at an Info@fuentealamorealestate.com
all-time low) to get their projects started. Tel 0034 968 598 173
This is a chicken and egg scenario. What

triggers a booming market, availability or
demand? Ive always believed in demand-
driven markets, but then again, a large
selection of competitively priced, attractive
property in good locations can also start
a demand given the correct amount of
marketing.
New-build projects have always attracted

investor markets as well as individual home
buyers, so with this amount of building
permits issued, I would expect there to be a
welcome return of investors to the Spanish
property market in Murcia region in the very
near future.
Current Market Conditions.

One of the most important factors in our
business, apart from the above mentioned
demand and availability is the prevailing
market conditions there are so many
variables that can come together to help
and conversely some that can totally disturb

it. We saw for example how Brexit disrupted
the market last year, sending exchange

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Yakutsk is me was one of the bluest skies Ive ever life goes on here as normal. Buses run,
the capital seen. My mood lifted as a stunningly bright kids go to school and shops and businesses
city of and frozen Yakutsk stared back at me are open. Its remarkable really. My mind
Yakutia in through my kitchen window. wanders to UK tabloid press headlines
the Russian when it comes to weather laughable
Far East. I drank my coffee and boiled up some dried and embarrassing. When its set to drop
At nearly pasta I found in the cupboard. After a hot to say minus 4C in England for about ten
thirteen shower I started to layer up. Man what a minutes, certain front pages scream out,
times the task that was, but vital before heading out. Arctic blast coming our way! UK set for
size of the All-in-one thermal long johns on first; yes Siberian winter! or other such nonsense.
UK, Yakutia not sexy but needed, then two thermal How Id love to ask a local Yakutian what
is pretty t-shirts, a handmade thick woollen jumper they think of that!
impressive knitted by my dear friend Janice many
for just one part of Russia. With moons ago, trousers, thermal socks and Food wise, its hard going. In a small
temperatures averaging minus 40 Celsius snow boots. Once my jacket was on, hat, nearby supermarket, theres not a great
during the day in winter, Yakutsk has woollen scarf wrapped round my face and selection; zero fresh veg or fresh meat.
been labelled as the coldest inhabited city two pairs of thick gloves, I was starting to Most products are tinned or bottled, but I
on earth. sweat and could barely get out of the door. bought some eggs, butter, cheese, salami
Of course, sods law I then needed to go and bread. The bill was 9; not cheap.
The city is built on permafrost and Ive to the toilet, so had to take the flipping lot Interesting to note that you can only buy
read that the earths crust is frozen to a off before layering back up again! alcohol during a six hour window in the
depth of 500 metres here. How on earth afternoon, with a total ban for the rest of
do they bury the dead? Seriously, how do the day and night.
they do it? Ill try to find out.
Id arrived the day previous on a night

flight from Moscow and with the huge 9
hour time difference with the UK, my body
clock was all over the place. I fell into bed
exhausted at 9pm; slept until 2am, read
until 6am, then fell asleep again, finally
waking at 10am.
The temperature when I arrived, was minus

48 Celsius with dense freezing fog. I have
never experienced anything like that in my
life. I could hardly breath outside; it was Finally, I stepped out into Yakutsk. What
ferocious. It wasnt bitter or freezing; it a difference! It was only minus 34C! The Id now walked, in between popping into
was ferocious. I walked 100 metres to a difference between minus 48C in freezing shops, for two hours. I mentally checked
shop and back. The cold didnt seep into fog and minus 34C with blue skies is my body, feet, hands and head; all good.
you; it attacked you. Only parts of my massive. Yesterday, as Ive already said, it If the temperature stays like this, maybe
face were exposed to the cold, but it was was ferocious. I cant believe Im actually Ill survive this week after all! Dont get me
like being pierced with thousands of tiny about to say this, but minus 34C with blue wrong, its still extremely cold and if it was
needles. The inside of my nose started skies is do-able, very do-able in fact, as not for dropping into shops every fifteen
to freeze and my lungs hurt with each long as you are dressed for it of course. As minutes or so, I wouldnt have lasted. Only
inhalation of cold air; it was ferocious. someone once said - theres no such thing a couple of minutes is needed in a shop,
To be honest, I dont want to experience as bad weather, only the wrong clothing. then youre good to go again, but if it had
minus 48C with freezing fog again, ever. been minus 48C with that fog, I dont
When I finally woke at 10am, I actually I didnt realise I was so close to the centre; think I could have done it.
felt a bit depressed. Ive been warned that five minutes walk from my apartment is
in the winter, Yakutsk can experience Lenin Square. He stands tall and proud, Its now 3pm, the sun is fading fast, the
freezing fog for days or even weeks at a yet looks rather cold himself. The Lenin temperature will plummet and it will soon
time; no sun. That would have made the Square is all decked out with ice sculptures be pitch black. Definitely time to get back
taking of photos extremely difficult indeed. which are absolutely stunning. Taller than inside.
As I boiled my kettle for that all important me, they are beautifully hand designed out
first cup of the day, I tentatively pulled of natural thick Siberian ice. More from frozen Yakutsk next month as I
back my thick curtains and what greeted start communicating with the locals
Ive even found a
way to take photos
without removing
my thick gloves.
Exposing fingers to
the elements for say
even thirty seconds
is painful and
dangerous.
I stood on street
corners looking at the
city and its people all
around me. Despite
the temperatures,



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